Is Stomach Pain a Side Effect of Anesthesia? A Comprehensive Guide
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Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV), a primary cause of stomach discomfort after surgery, occurs in approximately 30% of all patients and can affect up to 80% of high-risk individuals [1.5.2, 1.5.4]. So, is stomach pain a side effect of anesthesia? The answer is complex, involving the anesthetic drugs, the surgery itself, and postoperative medications.
