Acupressure versus dilution of fentanyl to reduce incidence of fentanyl-induced cough in female cancer patients: a prospective randomized controlled study

BackgroundFentanyl-induced cough (FIC) is a transient condition with a reported incidence of 18% to 65% depending on the dose and route of administration of fentanyl. Nonpharmacological methods to prevent FIC are more cost-effective than medications. Dilution of fentanyl has a proven role in the pre...

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Main Authors: Sohan Lal Solanki, Jeson Rajan Doctor, Savi J Kapila, Raghbirsingh P Gehdoo, Jigeeshu V Divatia
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Korean Society of Anesthesiologists 2016-06-01
Series:Korean Journal of Anesthesiology
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Online Access:http://ekja.org/upload/pdf/kjae-69-234.pdf