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Wrist-Ankle Acupuncture for Preventing PONV in Female Orthopedic Patients
July 2025
Wrist-Ankle Acupuncture for Preventing PONV in Female Orthopedic Patients
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
Effect of Wrist-Ankle Acupuncture Point Stimulation on Preventing Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting in Female Patients Undergoing Orthopedic Surgery.
J Perianesth Nurs . 2025 Jun;40(3):634-639.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Seventy-six female patients undergoing lumbar spine surgery were randomized to receive either wrist-ankle acupuncture point stimulation plus standard care (n=38) or standard perioperative care alone (n=38). The primary outcome was the incidence of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV). Secondary outcomes included serum levels of 5-hydroxytryptamine (5-HT) and gastrin, postoperative pain scores,...
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