Comparison of the effect of intra-cuff normal saline, dexamethasone or ketamine for prevention of postoperative sore throat: A randomized controlled trial.
Brazilian journal of anesthesiology (Elsevier) June 13, 2025 Arun Mukesh, Ankur Sharma, Priyabrat Karan et al.
Postoperative Sore Throat (POST) may result in patient dissatisfaction and distress, which could possibly delay discharge. Various pharmacological and non-pharmacological approaches have been explored, yet effective techniques remain elusive. This research evaluates the impact of intra-cuff Dexamethasone, Ketamine, and normal saline on alleviating POST symptoms. In this randomized controlled...