Comparison of saddle, lumbar epidural and caudal blocks on anal sphincter tone: A prospective, randomized study

Conclusions
Saddle block was more effective than lumbar epidural or caudal block for depressing anal sphincter tone. No differences were detected between lumbar epidural and caudal blocks.

Source: Journal of International Medical Research - October 8, 2016 Category: Research Authors: Shon, Y.-J., Huh, J., Kang, S.-S., Bae, S.-K., Kang, R.-A., Kim, D.-K. Tags: Research Reports Source Type: research