The incidence of post operative nausea and vomiting (PONV) is up to 79% in the bariatric surgical population. PONV continues to be the most common reason for hospital readmission following bariatric surgery, thereby increasing healthcare expenditures. Anesthesia providers play a direct role in decreasing the risk of PONV.
Please explore the links below to learn more about this high-risk population and the rationale behind a multi-modal TIVA approach to reducing PONV.