Periorbital Massage for Nausea and Vomiting After Laparoscopic Surgery

Effectiveness of Periorbital Massage in the Management of Nausea and Vomiting After Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy

Laparoscopic cholecystectomy is one of the commonly used surgical treatment methods for gallbladder diseases. However, many patients experience significant nausea and vomiting after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. It is observed that approximately 20% to 30% of patients experience postoperative nausea and vomiting as the most common complaint after laparoscopic cholecystectomy. This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of periorbital massage in postoperative nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy.

This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of periorbital massage in postoperative nausea and vomiting in patients undergoing laparoscopic cholecystectomy. One group received periorbital massage, while the other group did not receive massage.

Inclusion Criteria:

Those who have laparoscopic cholecystectomy surgery under general anesthesia,

• Those between the ages of 18-70,
• Those who do not have a psychiatric disease,
• Those who understand what they read and volunteer patients,
• Those who do not have a hearing or speech problem,

Exclusion Criteria:

• Patients undergoing emergency surgery,

  • Patients with psychiatric disorders
  • Patients who have taken another antiemetic drug within 24 hours before surgery