Administration d'une dose unique de dexaméthasone en anesthésie

Single dose intravenous dexamethasone as sole agent or in combination with other antiemetics has become well-accepted for prophylaxis against postoperative nausea and vomiting. There is also increasing support for effects on pain and general well-being. Single dose 8-15 mg dexamethasone intravenously has been shown to improve the recovery process in ambulatory surgery in adults. It has also been shown to facilitate the recovery in children undergoing adeno/tonsillectomy. The effects on blood glucose must be acknowledged and the potential effect on the healing process deserves further studies.