Comparison of Ondansetron versus Acupressure on Pressure Point Neiguan (P-6) to Prevent Post Operative Nausea and Vomiting after Middle Ear Surgery: A Randomized Double Blind Study
Journal Title: Journal of Medical Science And clinical Research - Year 2017, Vol 5, Issue 7
Abstract
Aim: The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy of intravenous ondansetron with P6 acupuncture stimulation in prevention of post-operative nausea and vomiting after middle ear surgery. Materials and Methods: After obtaining institutional research and ethical committee approval. 90 Patients of ASA physical status I & II, aged 20 to 60 years, posted for middle ear surgery under general anaesthesia were randomly allocated into two groups by computer generated random number method into Group A (n=45) - acupressure on Pressure point P-6 & Group B (n=45) ondansetron 0.1 / kg after endotracheal intubation. Balanced general anaesthesia was given as per preset protocol and intraoperative vitals were recorded at regular intervals. The incidence of nausea and vomiting was recorded every 6 hours for a period of 24 hours by direct questioning to the patient or to his attendant. Nausea and vomiting were evaluated on a three point scale. Results: There was no significant difference in number of patients having nausea or vomiting at any interval in both the groups i.e., p-value > 0.05 at all intervals. Conclusion: We conclude that P6 acupuncture stimulation is almost equally effective as to intravenous ondansetron in prevention of post-operative nausea and vomiting after middle ear surgery.
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Dr Sanjeev Kumar, MBBS, MD (BHU, Varanasi)
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