Current concepts in the management of postoperative nausea and vomiting

S Chatterjee, A Rudra, S Sengupta, S Chatterjee, A Rudra, S Sengupta

Abstract

Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) are still common following surgery. This is not only distressing to the patient, but increases costs. The thorough understanding of the mechanism of nausea and vomiting and a careful assessment of risk factors provide a rationale for appropriate management of PONV. Strategy to reduce baseline risk and the adoption of a multimodal approach will most likely ensure success in the management of PONV.

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Figure 1
The inputs and receptors involved in causing PONV. 5 HT: 5- hydroxytryptamine/serotonin; GI: gastrointestinal.
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Figure 2
Simplified risk score for PONV in adults. (Reproduced from the original article by Gan et al. [52]).
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Figure 3
Simplified risk score for POV in children. (Reproduced from the original article by Gan et al. [52]).

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