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A randomized placebo-controlled study of aromatherapy for the treatment of postoperative nausea and vomiting.

Author: DogruSerkan, KaramanSerkan, KaramanTugba, SurenMustafa, TaparHakan

Journal ArticleAn article published in an academic or professional journal that reports original research or scholarly analysis.
Randomized Controlled TrialA clinical trial that randomly assigns participants to treatment and control groups to evaluate the effects of an intervention.

Overview

Aromatherapy with ginger and lavender essential oils was superior to rose oil and pure water in managing postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV).
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Original Abstract of the Article :
OBJECTIVE: The purpose of this study was to compare the aromatherapy treatment effects on PONV patients using ginger, lavender and rose oils and a placebo. DESIGN: A randomized 4-armed placebo controlled study. SETTING: Gaziosmanpasa University, School of Medicine, Health Research and Application ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ctim.2018.12.019

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Aromatherapy: A Fragrant Solution for Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting

The study investigates the potential of [aromatherapy] as a [therapeutic] option for managing [postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV)]. The authors designed a [randomized placebo-controlled trial] to compare the effectiveness of [aromatherapy] using different essential oils, including [ginger, lavender, and rose], with a [placebo]. The research aimed to determine if the fragrant scents of these oils could provide relief from [PONV] and reduce the need for [antiemetic medication].

Essential Oils for Postoperative Nausea and Vomiting Relief

The results of this [study] indicate that [aromatherapy] may offer a [promising] approach to managing [PONV]. The [lavender and ginger essential oils] proved to be [significantly more effective] than [placebo] in reducing [nausea] and [vomiting] symptoms.

Exploring Complementary Therapies for Postoperative Recovery

The study suggests that [aromatherapy] can be a [valuable complementary therapy] for [PONV]. While further research is needed to confirm these findings, the [use of essential oils] offers a [natural and potentially effective] approach to managing this common [postoperative] complication. Always discuss with your doctor before using any [essential oils] or [alternative therapies] to ensure they are safe and appropriate for you.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

The study suggests that [aromatherapy] may provide a [welcome respite] from [PONV]. The use of [essential oils] offers a potentially [natural and effective] approach to managing this common [postoperative] challenge. Remember, just like [desert] plants use their scents to attract pollinators, we can harness the power of [aromatherapy] to promote healing and well-being.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2019-05-07
  2. Date Revised 2023-12-13
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

30670276

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.ctim.2018.12.019

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