Postoperative nausea and vomiting.
10.4097/kjae.2014.67.3.164
- Author:
Young Eun MOON
1
Author Information
1. Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine, Seoul St. Mary's Hospital, Catholic University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. 0910momo@naver.com
- Publication Type:Review
- Keywords:
Postdischarge nausea and vomiting;
Postoperative nausea and vomiting;
Prevention
- MeSH:
Anesthesiology;
Nausea;
Pharmacogenetics;
Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting*;
Vomiting
- From:Korean Journal of Anesthesiology
2014;67(3):164-170
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) is a long-standing issue, not a new concept in anesthesiology. Despite many studies over the last several decades, PONV remains a significant problem due to its complex mechanism. This review presents a summary of the mechanism underlying the pathogenesis of PONV, focusing on preventive treatment, particularly the use of new drugs. In addition, we discuss the latest meta-analysis results regarding correct clinical use of classic drugs. I also summarize the latest trends of postdischarge nausea and vomiting and the pharmacogenetics, which is attracting a great deal of attention from other medical fields in PONV-related studies. Finally, we discuss the drawbacks of existing studies on PONV and suggest a focus for future investigations.
