Abstract Background: Postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV) is a common and distressing complication following surgical procedures, affecting up to 70% of paediatric patients. PONV can lead to delayed recovery, increased hospital stay, and reduced patient satisfaction, posing a significant burden on healthcare systems. In the paediatric population, PONV is particularly concerning due to the potential risk of aspiration, dehydration, and electrolyte imbalances Methods: A multicentre cross-sectional study method was carried out, with study population of 186 surgical paediatrics patient populations from December 1, 2021 to May 30, 2022. The magnitude of Paediatrics population was evaluated according to specific criteria encompassing socio demographic and preoperative paediatrics characteristics, intraoperative, and postoperative characteristics of paediatrics PONV. Results: The magnitude of pediatrics PONV in PACU and Ward identified with their associated risk factors of perioperative anxiety, motion sickness and long duration of surgery and anaesthesia. Conclusion: The magnitude of paediatrics PONV at Addis Ababa Public Hospital is 12%.Using opioid for postoperative management is not related to paediatrics PONV in our study. Reduction strategy as well as prevention and treatment are vital for enhancing paediatrics patient safety and perioperative care quality.
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