Rev Esp Enferm Dig
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Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical Trial
Antiemetic efficacy of ondansetron in laparoscopic cholecystectomy. A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study.
to assess the effectiveness of ondansetron in preventing postoperative nausea and vomiting after elective laparoscopic cholecystectomy, and the effect of this anesthetic on hospital stay. ⋯ ondansetron given prior to surgery at a dose of 4 mg prevents postoperative nausea and vomiting after laparoscopic cholecystectomy, and reduces hospital stay.