Journal of epidemiology and global health
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J Epidemiol Glob Health · Jun 2015
Efficacy of prophylactic dexamethasone in prevention of postoperative nausea and vomiting.
Many trials have been conducted with regard to the relative benefits of prophylactic anti-emetic interventions given alone or in combination, yet the results remain unknown. This study reviewed the efficacy of a single prophylactic dose of dexamethasone on postoperative nausea or vomiting (PONV) after abdominal hysterectomy. ⋯ The results of this study indicate that a single prophylactic dose of dexamethasone after an operation can reduce postoperative nausea and vomiting.