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Research At-a-Glance: What Painkillers During Surgery Might Mean For Your Recovery

Did you know? This study found that high doses of fentanyl (an opioid) during surgery caused higher levels of post-op pain and post-op vomiting. Similarly, this 2018 study found that the high use of remifentanil (another opioid patients are given during surgery to relieve pain) increased the need for early post-op painkiller consumption. In other words… The thought […]

All You Need to Know About Infection After Surgery

As your body heals from surgery, it’s often in a compromised state and needs all the help it can get. One thing that makes the road to recovery even bumpier? Developing an infection after surgery. Today, then, we’re talking all you need to know about this fairly common occurrence—including what to look for, when to […]

January 7, 2021 Nausea | PONV | Post Op Marissa Adams

Are You At Higher Risk For PONV?

At MendWell, it’s always our goal to empower patients with the information they need for a smooth surgical experience. Today, then, we’re talking about one of the most common surgical complications: postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV)—and, specifically, about how to know if you’re at a higher risk for PONV. Read for our helpful breakdown on […]

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Research At-a-Glance: What Painkillers During Surgery Might Mean For Your Recovery

All You Need to Know About Infection After Surgery

Are You At Higher Risk For PONV?