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Rapid PCR identification of microorganisms may contribute to a reduction of early inadequate antibiotic treatment in sepsis.

In continuous popliteal sciatic block, local anesthetic administered as an automated regular bolus in conjunction with PCA provided similar pain relief as a continuous infusion technique combined with PCA; however, the new dosing regimen reduced the need for additional PCA and the overall consumption of local anesthetic.

The present investigation demonstrated that local anesthetic administered by an automated bolus technique provided better postoperative pain relief than a continuous infusion technique for continuous popliteal nerve block after foot surgery.