Effect of NebulizedDexamethasone and Ketamine on Sore Throat after Thyroid Surgeries, Mini Review

Abstract

Background: Postoperative sore throat is common after thyroid surgery due to
manipulation of the trachea during positioning, dis-section of the gland and the neck
being hyperextended leading to injury of the tracheal mucosa and vocal folds. The
aim of the present study to evaluateeffect of Nebulized Dexamethasone and Ketamine
on Sore Throat after Thyroid Surgeries.Conclusions:The use of pre-operative
dexamethasone and ketamine nebulization reduced the incidence and severity of
POST during early post-operative period in patients receiving general anasthesia with
tracheal intubation.