Study of Nicotine for the Prevention of PONV

The Role of Transcutaneous Nicotine in the Prevention of Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting in Non-smokers

The purpose of this study is to determine whether nicotine is effective in the prevention of nausea and vomiting in non-smokers undergoing surgery

Inclusion Criteria:

• Adults (18-80 years)
• ASA I-II, non-smokers (or ex-smokers who have not been smoking for more than 2 years)
• Undergoing elective surgery (ENT, abdominal, urological, gynaecological); and
• Consenting to take part in the study will be included.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Smokers (cigarette, pipe, cigar)
• Patients undergoing nicotine replacement therapy
• Prolonged postoperative intubation
• Postoperative nasogastric tube