International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics : the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics
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Int J Gynaecol Obstet · Jan 2008
Randomized Controlled TrialDexamethasone for reduction of nausea, vomiting and analgesic use after gynecological laparoscopic surgery.
To evaluate the prophylactic use of dexamethasone for reducing postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) and analgesic use after gynecological laparoscopic surgery. ⋯ Prophylactic use of 8 mg dexamethasone is effective for reducing PONV and analgesic requirements after gynecological laparoscopic surgery.