syzygium rehderianum/vomiting

Cancer is a preventable and treatable disease, however, the incidence rates are on the rise. Classical treatment modalities for cancer include surgery, radiotherapy and chemotherapy. However, these are associated with detrimental side effects such as nausea and emesis. Therefore, researchers

Kampo medicine is a form of Japanese phytotherapy originating from traditional Chinese medicine (TCM). During the last several decades, much attention has been paid to the pharmacological effects of these medical plants and their constituents. However, in many cases, a systematic screening of Kampo

Historical use of fasting at midnight before anesthesia and surgery has been based on tradition instead of evidence. Research has challenged this practice and determined consuming clear liquids (e.g., water, apple juice, black tea, black coffee) 2-3 hours before surgery does not increase gastric