Publications by authors named "Semagn Mekonen"

Unlabelled: Globally, emergency laparotomy is a frequently performed type of surgery with high morbidity and mortality rates, even in the best healthcare systems. There is limited knowledge regarding the outcome of emergency laparotomy performed in Ethiopia.

Objective: To assess perioperative mortality and its predictors among patients undergoing emergency laparotomy at selected southern Ethiopian governmental hospitals.

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Introduction: Post-operative nausea and vomiting (PONV) are a common post-operative problem in anesthesia. The incidence of PONV in patients undergoing cesarean sections is very high. Post-operative nausea and vomiting have many negative impacts on the patient, baby, family, and health care system.

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