Comparing 60 versus 120 shocks per minute for shock-wave lithotripsy of solitary renal calculi: A controlled randomized study

2020 ◽  
pp. 205141582094592
Author(s):  
Tamer A Ali ◽  
Mohamed A Abdelaal ◽  
Moamen M Amin ◽  
Mohamed K Saif-Elnasr
Keyword(s):  
Shock Wave ◽  
Shock Wave Lithotripsy ◽  
Randomized Study ◽  
Renal Stones ◽  
Renal Calculi ◽  
Successful Outcome ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group A ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Group B

Objective: This study aimed to compare the difference in outcome of shock-wave lithotripsy (SWL) using a slow rate of 60 shocks per minute versus a rapid rate of 120 shocks per minute generated by an electromagnetic lithotripter for renal calculi. Methods: From May 2017 to June 2019, 156 patients ( Mage=38.7 years) with single radio-opaque renal stones smaller than 20 mm were included and randomly divided into two groups: group A, 78 patients who received 60 shocks per minute; and group B, 78 patients who received 120 shocks per minute. Patients were radiologically reviewed at 3 months for an outcome. Results: There was no statistically significant difference between mean stone area treated ( p=0.222) or additional analgesic use in the form of patient-controlled analgesia (PCA; alfentanil; p=0.82). A successful outcome was defined by fragments smaller than 4 mm or stone-free status. In group A, 60% of patients had a successful outcome compared with 61.4% in group B ( p=0.869) following a single treatment. Post-treatment complications were similar in both groups at 12% for group A and 10.7% for group B ( p=0.797). Conclusions: There was no statistically significant difference between the delivery of 60 and 120 shocks per minute during SWL for the treatment of solitary renal stones with a mean stone area of 62 mm2 regarding the outcome, complications or PCA use when using a Dornier Compact Delta II lithotripter.

scholarly journals Efficacy of Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy in the Treatment of Renal Calculi of 10 to 20 MM Size: A Comparison With Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy

2020 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 98-104
Author(s):  
Muhammad Mahmud Alam ◽  
Mohammad Rezaul Karim ◽  
Mohammad Ohiduzzaman Khan ◽  
Mohammad Mukhlesur Rahman ◽  
Mahfuja Asma ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Shock Wave ◽  
Percutaneous Nephrolithotomy ◽  
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy ◽  
Shock Wave Lithotripsy ◽  
Renal Stones ◽  
Renal Calculi ◽  
Post Procedure ◽  
Extracorporeal Shock Wave ◽  
Significant Difference

Background: Stones in the urinary tract is a common medical problem in the general population. At present, the great expansion in minimally invasive techniques has led to the decrease in open surgery. Extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) has been introduced as an alternative approach which disintegrates stones in the kidney and upper urinary tract through the use of shock waves. Nevertheless, as there are limitations with the success rate in ESWL, other minimally invasive modalities for kidney stones such as percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) is also widely applied. There is a trend of using ESWL for treatment of renal stones smaller than 1 cm and PCNL in those with stones greater than 2 cm. Nevertheless, no consensus regarding treatment of renal stones between 1 to 2 cm stones. The objective of this prospective study was to compare the results of ESWL and PCNL for treatment of 1 to 2 cm renal stones. Method : This is a quasi experimental study. This study was conducted to compare the efficacy and safety of percutaneous nephrolithotomy (PCNL) and extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) in treating 10 to 20 mm sized renal stone among the Bangladeshi population. This prospective study conducted between the periods of September, 2011 to August, 2012 in the department of urology, Bangabandhu Sheikh Mujib medical university (BSMMU) Hospital. All the patients attending the urology outpatient clinic with 10 to 20mm renal calculi were the study population. A total of 70 subjects were enrolled for this study and they were equally divided into two groups so that each group had 35 subjects. The one group received PCNL whereas the other group received ESWL. Statistical analyses of the results were obtained by using window based computer software devised with Statistical Packages for Social Sciences (SPSS-15). Results: There is no statistically significant difference in regarding age, sex, stone side(lt. or rt.), the distribution of stone (upper, middle and lower calyx) and size between the groups (p>0.05). At 3 month follow up among the patients in ESWL group stone cleared and not cleared were 25(71.4%) and 10(28.6%) respectively and at 3 month follow up among the patients in PCNL group stone cleared and not cleared were 33(94.3%) and 2(5.7%)respectively. There is statistically significant difference in stone clearance rate at 3 month follow up between the groups (p<0.05). All patients in ESWL group developed post procedure haematuria 35(100.0%). Other post procedure complications among the ESWL group pain, fever and steinstrasse were 12(34.3%), 07(20.0%) and 03(08.6%) respectively. Common post procedure complications among the patients of PCNL group pain, haematuria and fever were 11(31.4%), 33(94.3%) and 13(37.1%) respectively. Other post procedure complications in PCNL group were vomiting (8.6%), urinary leakage (5.7%), wound infection (11.4%) and urinary cutaneous fistula (5.7%). There was no statistically significant difference post procedure pain, haematuria and fever between the groups (p>0.05), but statistically significant difference observed in steinstrasse and wound infection between the groups (p<0.05). Mean±SD of hospital stay among the patients of ESWL group and PCNL group was 1.37±0.65 and 4.34±1.43 days respectively. There is statistically significant difference in hospital stay between the groups (p<0.05). Conclusion: Though some specific complications which can be treated conservatively are more in PCNL group it may be concluded that the treatment with PCNL is better option than ESWL among the patients having renal calculi 10 to 20 mm. Bangladesh Journal of Urology, Vol. 21, No. 2, July 2018 p.98-104

scholarly journals EXTRACORPOREAL SHOCK WAVE LITHOTRIPSY;

2012 ◽  
Vol 19 (05) ◽  
pp. 636-641
Author(s):  
ZAKIR HUSSAIN RAJPAR ◽  
JAI PAL PARYANI ◽  
SHAFIQUE-UR- REHMAN MEMON ◽  
Aziz Abdullah ◽  
Ubedullah Shaikh
Keyword(s):  
Shock Wave ◽  
Medical Therapy ◽  
Shock Wave Lithotripsy ◽  
Conventional Treatment ◽  
Renal Stones ◽  
Female Ratio ◽  
Extracorporeal Shock Wave ◽  
Quasi Experimental ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

Objective: To determine the efficacy of Alpha blocker as adjunctive medical therapy , which increases the stone clearance afterextracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) to treat renal stones. Design: Quasi Experimental study. Setting: Department of Urology,Liaquat National Hospital, Karachi. Period: September 2010 to March 2011. Materials & Method: Ultrasound guided Dornier Alpha Impactlithotripter was used for shock wave lithotripsy. Study was carried out on 60 patients who underwent single session of ESWL for renal calculus.Patients were divided in two groups, Group A (n=30) received conventional treatment and Group B (n=30) received Alpha-1 Blocker in additionto conventional treatment. All patients were evaluated with X-ray and Ultrasound (KUB) after 2 weeks and repeated at the end of month. Failureis defined as unsuccessful expulsion after 4 weeks and patient desire to remove the stone before day 30. Result: Out of 60 patients, 45(75%)were males and 15(257%) were females with male to female ratio was 3:1. The average age of the patients was found 36.32 ± 14.8 (Rangingfrom 15 to 75) years. Complete clearance was achieved in 76.7% of those receiving Alpha-1 Blocker and in 46.7% of controls at 1 month (P =0.001). This difference was statistically significant. Conclusions: The results of my study demonstrate that Alpha-1 Blocker therapy, as anadjunctive medical therapy after ESWL is more effective than lithotripsy alone for the treatment of patients with large renal stones and is equallysafe.

scholarly journals A Prospective Longitudinal Study onthe Predictability of Quadruple-D Score in the Success Rate of Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy for Renal Stones 1-2cm in Diameter

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Soumish Sengupta ◽  
Supriya Basu ◽  
Kadambari Ghosh
Keyword(s):  
Computed Tomography ◽  
Shock Wave ◽  
Scoring System ◽  
Shock Wave Lithotripsy ◽  
Renal Stones ◽  
Extracorporeal Shock Wave ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Stone Density ◽  
Free Status

Introduction: Quadruple-D, based on Computed Tomography (CT) derived metrics, is a scoring system that helps urologists to predict the Stone Free Rate (SFR) following Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) in renal stones. Aim: To evaluate the efficacy of Quadruple-D scoring system to assess the SFR in individuals with renal stones measuring 1-2 cm in diameter after giving ESWL. Materials and Methods: The study was conducted on 120 patients. Systemic random sampling technique was applied with a sampling interval of two. Quadruple-D scoring, comprising of four Computed Tomography (CT) based metrics that is stonedimension, stone density, Hounsfield units (HU), Skin-to-Stone Distance (SSD) and stone location, was done prior to ESWL. The scores ranged from zero (worst) to four (best) points. Plain abdominal radiography was done three weeks after ESWL to assess SFR. Complete clearance was considered the stone free status. Patients were divided into group A with complete stone clearance and group B with residual stone. All the statistical analysis was done using IBM SPSS 26.0. Student’s t-test or Mann-Whitney U-test was used to compare continuous variables. Fisher’s-exact test and Chi-square test were used to analyse the cross charts between two categories. Results:The mean ellipsoid Stone Volume (SV) was 396.44±163.23 mm3 and 395.81±227.52 mm3 in group A and B, respectively. The stone density was 724.28±210.90 in group A and 814.56±190.63 in group B. In group A, 9.20% and in group B, 34.09% of the patients had stones in lower calyx. The difference between the groups based on the above parameters were statistically significant. The Quadruple-D score was 2.09±0.65 and 1.54±0.79 in group A and B, respectively. The Area Under the Curve (AUC) of Quadruple-D scoring system was 0.674. The age, sex, BMI, laterality of the stone and SSD did not predict stone-free status in this study. Conclusion: Quadruple-D scoring system has been successfully validated as the SFR showed a parallel increase with every positive component. Quadruple-D is an easy to use clinical tool to predict the success rate of ESWL.

scholarly journals EFFICACY OF SELECTIVE ALPHA-1 RECEPTOR BLOCKERS (TAMSULOSIN) IN FACILITATING THE PASSAGE OF RENAL STONES AFTER EXTRACORPOREAL SHOCK WAVE LITHOTRIPSY

2021 ◽  
Vol 12 (1) ◽  
pp. 36-43
Author(s):  
Dr. Nauman Khalid ◽  
Aijaz Hussain Memon ◽  
Wasim Sarwar Bhatti ◽  
Hanan Noor ◽  
Muhammad Waqas Iqbal ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Shock Wave ◽  
Clearance Rate ◽  
Shock Wave Lithotripsy ◽  
Diclofenac Sodium ◽  
Renal Stones ◽  
Stone Clearance ◽  
X Ray ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B

BACKGROUND & OBJECTIVE: Urinary system stone disease is a common entity. Small renal stones are preferably treated using Extracarporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (ESWL) technique. Passage of stone fragments result in pain, hematuria and urinary tract obstruction. This can be avoided by the use selective α-1 receptor antagonists like Tamsulosin. However, their efficacy remains a matter of debate. In this study the role of selective α-1 blocker was evaluated in facilitating spontaneous expulsion of renal stone fragments after ESWL. The objective of our study was to find out the Efficacy of Tamsulosin (Selective α-1 blocker) in facilitating the transit of stone fragments (4-7mm) after ESWL. Follow up X-ray KUB was used to confirm the stone clearance. Efficacy was measured in terms of stone expulsion rate. METHODOLOGY: It was randomized controlled trial including 150 patients coming to outpatient department of Urology Lahore General Hospital, Lahore from January 25, 2010­ to July 25, 2010. Total 150 patients with renal stones broken down into fragments (4-7mm) after ESWL were enrolled using non-probability purposive sampling technique. Patients were categorized into group A and B. Patients of group A received cap. Tamsulosin 0.4mg along with Tab. Diclofenac sodium 50mg. Whereas, patients belonging to group B received only diclofenac sodium 50 mg twice daily. Patients underwent ESWL every three weeks, in case of non-fragmentation, to the maximum of 4 sessions. All the patients were followed with X Ray KUB for stone clearance. The data of all patients was incorporated into pre designed Performa. Statistical evaluation of clinical variables done in terms of efficacy i.e. stone clearance. RESULTS: Stone clearance rate of patients in group A was 86.6% as compared to only 76% in group B. Usage of selective α-1 blockers in group A enhanced the stone clearance rate as compared to group B. However this difference was statistically insignificant (p-value-0.094). CONCLUSION: There was increased stone clearance in alpha one blocker group but not statistically significant. Further studies with larger sample size are required to evaluate the role of Selective α-1 blockers (Tamsulosin) after ESWL.

Efficacy and Safety of Oral Ivermectin and Topical Permethrin in the Treatment of Scabies

2020 ◽  
Vol 33 (1) ◽  
pp. 41-47
Author(s):  
Mohsena Akhter ◽  
Ishrat Bhuiyan ◽  
Zulfiqer Hossain Khan ◽  
Mahfuza Akhter ◽  
Gulam Kazem Ali Ahmad ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Skin Diseases ◽  
Close Contact ◽  
Randomized Study ◽  
Sarcoptes Scabiei ◽  
Efficacy And Safety ◽  
Common Skin ◽  
Group A ◽  
The Mean ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Group B

Background: Scabies is one of the most common skin diseases in our country. It is caused by the mite Sarcoptes scabiei var hominis, which is an ecto-parasite infesting the epidermis. Scabies is highly contagious. Prevalence is high in congested or densely populated areas. Individuals with close contact with an affected person should be treated with scabicidal which is available in both oral and topical formulations. The only oral but highly effective scabicidal known to date is Ivermectin. Amongst topical preparations, Permethrin 5 % cream is the treatment of choice. Objective: To evaluate the efficacy & safety of oral Ivermectin compared to topical Permethrin in the treatment of scabies. Methodology: This prospective, non-randomized study was conducted at the out-patient department of Dermatology and Venereology of Shaheed Suhrawardy Medical College & Hospital over a period of 6 months, from August 2016 to January 2017. The study population consisted of one hundred patients having scabies, enrolled according to inclusion criteria. They were divided into two groups. group A was subjected to oral Ivermectin and the group B to Permethrin 5% cream. Patients were followed up on day 7 and 14 for assessment of efficacy and safety. Result: The mean scoring with SD in group A (Ivermectin) and group B (Permethrin) were 8.26 ± 2.22 and 7.59 ± 2.01 respectively at the time of observation. The difference between the mean score of the two group is not significant (p=0.117) the mean scoring with SD in group A and group B were 4.54 ± 2.05 and 1.64 ± 1.84 respectively at 7thdays. The difference between the mean score of the two group is significant (p<0.001). The mean scoring with SD in group A and group B were 2.68± 2.35 and .36± 1.10 respectively at 14th day difference between the mean score of the group is significant (p<0.001). Conclusion: Topical application of permethrin 5% cream is more effective and safer than oral Ivermectin in the treatment of scabies. TAJ 2020; 33(1): 41-47

Does body position, age, and heart rate induce IOP’s changes?

2021 ◽  
pp. 112067212110233
Author(s):  
Marcelina Sobczak ◽  
Magdalena Asejczyk ◽  
Malwina Geniusz
Keyword(s):  
Heart Rate ◽  
Body Position ◽  
Age Groups ◽  
Cardiovascular Parameters ◽  
Entire Cohort ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group A ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Group B ◽  
Effect Of Age

Objectives: The main goal of this research was to determine the differences between the values of intraocular pressure (IOP) in the supine and sitting positions, and to assess the effect of age and cardiovascular parameters. Methods: Seventy-two healthy adults were enrolled and classified into age groups: 20–30 years (group A), 31–40 years (group B), and 41–71 years (group C). Corneal biometry and cardiovascular parameters, such as heart rate (HR), were measured. IOP measurements were taken in the sitting position (IOPS) and in the supine position (IOPL) using the iCare® Pro tonometer. Results: A significant difference between the IOPS and IOPL in the entire cohort was found ( p < 0.001). Regarding the age subgroups, a significant difference ( p < 0.001) between the IOPS and IOPL was obtained in group A (2.6 ± 1.6 mmHg) and group C (1.5 ± 1.3 mmHg). There were no significant differences in the IOPS between groups. The highest IOP values were obtained for group A. The correlations between HR and IOPS are statistically significant for group A and group B, and for HR and IOPL-S for group B only. Multivariate analysis showed that HR has a significant influence on the difference in IOP in the two body positions. Conclusion: A statistically significant difference between the effect of age and the values of IOPS and IOPL was shown. Cardiovascular parameters showed some relevant statistical dependencies, but with a rather marginal significance in young people. The influence of body position for the measurement of IOP for healthy subjects does not seem to matter, despite the fact that there are some dependencies that are statistically significant.

scholarly journals COMPARISON OF THE SUCCESS OF EXTRACORPOREAL SHOCK WAVE LITHOTRIPSY (ESWL) WITH AND WITHOUT DJ STENTING IN PROXIMAL URETERIC STONE

2020 ◽  
Vol 11 (2) ◽  
pp. 21-24
Author(s):  
Dr. Mudassar Saeed Pansota
Keyword(s):  
Shock Wave ◽  
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy ◽  
Shock Wave Lithotripsy ◽  
P Value ◽  
Ureteric Stone ◽  
Extracorporeal Shock Wave ◽  
Dj Stent ◽  
Group A ◽  
Group B ◽  
Average Size

BACKGROUND & OBJECTIVE: There is disagreement in the use of ureteral double-J stent before the extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL), although most of the urologists suggest using stent in shock wave lithotripsy technique for stones bigger than 20mm, for preventing the risk of developing steinstrasse. To compare the success of ESWL with and without DJ stenting in proximal ureteric stone. METHODOLOGY: A total of 60 patients form both genders, between 15 to 55 years of age, with a single proximal ureteric stone, were included. Patients with solitary functioning kidney, multiple stones, pregnancy, pyonephrosis and sepsis were excluded. In Group-A, ESWL without DJ stenting was completed while in Group-B, ESWL with DJ stent placement was done. In all patients, at least 4 sessions were done fortnightly. Patients were followed regularly and final success was noted after one month of completion of ESWL sessions. RESULTS: The mean age was 36.85 ± 8.61 years. From 60 patients, 29 (48.33%) were men and 231 (51.67%) were women.Mean body mass index (BMI) was 28.30±2.20 kg/m . The average size of the stone was 12.47 ± 2.57 mm. Success (according to stone removal) of Group-A (ESWL without DJS) was seen in 26 (86.67%) patients while in Group-B (ESWL with DJS) was seen in 16 (53.33%) patients with P-value of 0.005. CONCLUSION: This study concluded that success (in terms of stone clearance) of extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy (ESWL) without DJ stenting is higher compared to with DJ stenting in upper ureteric stone.

scholarly journals Ultrasound guided Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy (SONO ESWL) versus fluoroscopy guided ESWL in patients with radiopaque renal stones; A comparative randomized study

QJM ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 113 (Supplement_1) ◽  
Author(s):  
A S Hegazy ◽  
D M Abdelfattah ◽  
H N Hassan
Keyword(s):  
Shock Wave ◽  
Urinary Tract ◽  
Clinical Outcomes ◽  
Extracorporeal Shock Wave Lithotripsy ◽  
Shock Wave Lithotripsy ◽  
Randomized Study ◽  
Renal Stones ◽  
Ultrasound Guided ◽  
University Hospitals ◽  
Extracorporeal Shock Wave

Abstract Background Radiopaque stones in the upper urinary tract can often be visualized by both ultrasonography (US) and fluoroscopy (FS) during ESWL treatment. This prospective study was performed to compare the results of ESWL when both US and FS are possible and to evaluate efficacy and safety of ultrasound guided ESWL (SONO ESWL) in patients with radiopaque renal stone. The study was limited to renal calculi, since calculi in lower urinary tract may be difficult to visualize with ultrasonography. Objective To investigate whether the localization modality (u/s or fluoroscopy) affects clinical outcomes of ESWL or not. Patients and Methods Our study was conducted on 100 Patients with renal stones planned to have ESWL sessions attending urology outpatient clinic in Ain shams university hospitals and National Institute of Urology and Nephrology from February 2018 to January 2019 and divided into two equal groups; group A (ultrasound guided ESWL) and group B (fluoroscope guided ESWL). Results Our study revealed that the localization modality on ESWL (ultrasound or fluoroscopy) didn’t affect the clinical outcomes of ESWL. Conclusion Even in patients with radiopaque renal stones, ultrasound can be used to guide extracorporeal shock wave lithotripsy as effectively as fluoroscopy, without any risk of radiation.

Chemotherapy of Brain Metastases from Lung Carcinoma: A Controlled Randomized Study

Neurosurgery ◽  
1991 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 201-205 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yukitaka Ushio ◽  
Norio Arita ◽  
Toru Hayakawa ◽  
Heitaro Mogami ◽  
Hiroshi Hasegawa ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Brain Metastasis ◽  
Brain Metastases ◽  
Lung Carcinoma ◽  
Tumor Regression ◽  
Randomized Study ◽  
Multidisciplinary Treatment ◽  
Group A ◽  
Radiotherapy Alone ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Group B

Abstract A controlled randomized study was carried out to evaluate the effects of chemotherapy in patients with brain metastases from lung carcinoma. One hundred patients were randomly divided into three groups at the time of diagnosis or after surgery for metastases. Group A received radiotherapy alone; Group B received radiotherapy and chloroethylnitrosoureas (methyl-CCNU, 100-120 mg/m2, or ACNU 80-100 mg/m2, every 6-8 weeks), and Group C received radiotherapy and a combination of chloroethylnitrosoureas and tegafur (300 mg/m2. daily). Of the 100 patients, 88 could be evaluated. The reduction rates of the tumors of the patients in whom tumor was not surgically removed or not totally removed were compared. Complete resolution of the tumor was noted in 29, 69, and 63% of the patients in Groups A, B, and C, respectively, Tumor regression of ⩾50% was seen in 36, 69. and 74% of the patients in Groups A, B, and C, respectively. The difference in the response rates of Groups A and C was statistically signficiant (P&lt;0.05). Median survival after the start of treatment for brain metastasis was 27, 30.5, and 29 weeks in Groups A, B, and C, respectively. There was 1 long-term survivor (more than 5 years) in Group A, 3 in Group B, and 1 in Group C. The main cause of death was deterioration attributable to the primary lesion or systemic metastasis, and no statistical difference was noted in survival time among the groups. Our results indicate that combination chemotherapy with chloroethylnitrosoureas and tegafur has an additive effect on radiotherapy in reducing or eliminating brain metastases from lung carcinoma, and that brain metastasis is well controlled by multidisciplinary treatment including chemotherapy.

scholarly journals Postoperative Sore Throat, Nausea and Vomiting in Routine Nasal Surgery: Influence of Pharyngeal Packing

2012 ◽  
Vol 1 (1) ◽  
pp. 24-28
Author(s):  
Mehrdad Naderian ◽  
Ehsan Jangholi ◽  
Taraneh Kharaz Tavakol
Keyword(s):  
Sore Throat ◽  
Postoperative Nausea And Vomiting ◽  
Nausea And Vomiting ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Nasal Surgery ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Group A ◽  
The Difference ◽  
Group B ◽  
Pharyngeal Packing

Introduction: Pharyngeal packs are commonly used to prevent of postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) and Sore throat during nasal surgery following tracheal intubation. the aim of this study is evaluation of effectiveness of pharyngeal packing in the prevention of PONV. Materials and methods: This study with random sampling performed on 120 adult patients scheduled for routine nasal surgery referred Boo – Ali hospital in Tehran, Iran from March 2011 to March 2012. the study was approved in the ethical committee of Azad University and written informed consent to participate in the study. All subjects randomly allocated to Group A or Group B to have and not to have pharyngeal packing during surgery, Respectively.The incidence of PONV and sore throat in the recovery room,at 2 and 6 h were recorded by a 100 mm long visual analogue scale (VAS). Data were analysed using non-parametric tests in SPSS 18. Significant difference was set at p<0.05. Results: The average age of patients was 27.6 ± 7.1 years. The average of age in Group A was 29.2 ± 2.8 years and in Group B was 27.4 ± 3.2 years. The difference in throat pain scores in the two groups at each assessment time was statistically significant. The difference in PONV scores were not statistically significant. Conclusion: The usage of pharyngeal packing during nasal surgery leads to decreased incidence of sore throat in experiment group compared with the control group. Also has no effect on the incidence of PONV. [GMJ. 2012;1(1):24-28]

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