What Researchers Did
This review article summarized various methods for preventing and treating post-operative nausea and vomiting (PONV) in cancer patients.
What They Found
Researchers identified several effective methods (e.g., drug therapy, relaxation, oxygen therapy, gas therapy, dexamethasone, massage therapy, Venturi mask use) for preventing and treating PONV. A key recommendation was to avoid N2O in the operating room or combine it with oxygen to minimize complications.
What This Means for Canadian Patients
Canadian cancer patients undergoing surgery may benefit from a range of strategies to prevent and manage post-operative nausea and vomiting. These strategies, including specific drug therapies and non-pharmacological approaches, can improve their recovery experience.
Canadian Relevance
This study has no direct Canadian connection as it was not conducted in Canada or by Canadian researchers.
Study Limitations
As a review article, this study did not present new primary data or conduct original clinical trials.