Article history: Available online 17 July 2008

Abstract The volume fraction of the dispersed phase in concentrated soft (dairy) microgels, such as fresh cheese, is directly related to structure and rheology. Measurement or modeling for mechanically sensitive microgel dispersions problematic, since responsiveness rheological changes upon mechanical input these systems limits application typical functional relationships, i.e., using apparent ...

Aim: This study evaluated use of liposomal bupivacaine (LB) versus standard (SB) alone in quadratus lumborum (QL) blocks for laparoscopic colorectal surgery. Materials & methods: In this prospective, randomized controlled trial, patients received QL1 with either LB (40 ml 0.125% SB plus 20 LB) or (60 0.25% SB) 30 per side. Opioid usage, pain scores, side effects and other medications were r...