Noise-Cancelling Headphones Reduce Post-Surgery Nausea and Vomiting

A randomized trial of 192 patients undergoing gynecological surgery found that wearing noise-blocking ear defenders during anesthesia cut the incidence of nausea and vomiting from 52% to 35%, suggesting a simple non-drug intervention may help prevent common post-operative side effects.

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