The incidence of sore throat , cough , and hoarseness was significantly lower in group F ( 3.33 % , 3.33 % , and 3.33 % ) compared with the control group ( 36.67 % , 18.33 % , and 35 % ) ( P < 0.05 for all comparisons ) , not only in the first postoperative hour but also 24 hours after surgery ( 13.33 % , 13.33 % , and 25 % in group F vs 40 % , 41.67 % , and 50 % in the control group ) .
