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    • Pharmacology
    • Surgical Care

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    • Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) are common complications.
    • Pain management and reduced hospital stays are key goals in surgical recovery.
    • Wound healing and glycemic control are critical considerations for surgical patients.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To evaluate the efficacy of a single 8 mg dexamethasone dose in reducing postoperative complications.
    • To assess the safety of perioperative dexamethasone in patients with well-controlled diabetes mellitus.
    • To determine the impact of dexamethasone on wound healing and blood glucose levels.

    Main Methods:

    • Prospective study design.
    • Single administration of 8 mg dexamethasone during surgery.
    • Monitoring of postoperative nausea, pain scores, hospital duration, wound healing, and blood glucose levels.

    Main Results:

    • Dexamethasone significantly reduced postoperative nausea, pain, and length of hospitalization.
    • No increased risk of wound healing disorders was observed.
    • Patients with well-controlled diabetes showed a slight, clinically insignificant increase in blood sugar levels.

    Conclusions:

    • Single-dose perioperative dexamethasone is a safe and effective option for managing postoperative outcomes.
    • This intervention improves patient recovery without compromising wound integrity.
    • Dexamethasone can be safely used in diabetic patients undergoing surgery, with careful glycemic monitoring.