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Music Boosts Recovery in Gallbladder Surgery Patients

11/25/2025

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A study by Maulana Azad Medical College and Lok Nayak Hospital in Delhi found that playing music during general anaesthesia enhances recovery for gallbladder surgery.
The research, published in Music and Medicine, shows flute music reduced anaesthetic doses and hastened wakefulness.
Dr. Farah Husain, a senior anaesthesia specialist, says clear-headed recovery supports earlier discharge.
The findings suggest incorporating music into surgical care to improve patient outcomes.

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Story summary

A study by Maulana Azad Medical College and Lok Nayak Hospital in Delhi found that playing music during general anaesthesia enhances recovery for gallbladder surgery.
The research, published in Music and Medicine, shows flute music reduced anaesthetic doses and hastened wakefulness.
Dr. Farah Husain, a senior anaesthesia specialist, says clear-headed recovery supports earlier discharge.
The findings suggest incorporating music into surgical care to improve patient outcomes.