Benefits and Risks of Dexamethasone in Noncardiac Surgery
Paul S. Myles, Tomás Corcoran
Abstract
In Brief Dexamethasone is an effective antiemetic and improves patient quality of recovery. Meta-analyses and a recent large trial found no increase in risk of surgical site infection. Dexamethasone should be more widely used in perioperative practice.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineDexamethasonePerioperativeAnesthesiaAntiemeticIntensive care medicineSurgeryInternal medicineVomitingCardiac, Anesthesia and Surgical OutcomesNausea and vomiting managementAnesthesia and Pain Management