Dexmedetomidine for Catheter-related Bladder Discomfort

Efficacy of Dexmedetomidine for the Therapy of Catheter-related Bladder Discomfort

To evaluate the efficacy of dexmedetomidine for the prevention of catheter-related bladder discomfort

After transurethral bladder resection, large-sized foley catheter have been used for drainage of urine and residual blood. Because of urinary catheterization, patients usually experiences catheter-related bladder discomfort defined as a burning sensation with an urge to void or discomfort in the supra-pubic region caused by catheter- related bladder irritation.

Dexmedetomidine is an alpha-2 antagonist and used as an analgesic agent. The investigators try to evaluate The efficacy of dexmedetomidine for the treatment of catheter-related bladder discomfort

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients scheduled for transurethral bladder resection
• ASA I-III

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patient who disagrees to participate this investigation
• Patient with severe cardiovascular disease
• Patient with small-sized foley catheter (less than 18 Fr.)
• Patinets with any urinary tract obstructions
• Patient with hyperactive or neurogenic bladder
• Patients with chronic renal failure
• Patient with morbidly obese
• Patients with neurogenic disorder
• Patient with medications for chronic pain