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Topical anesthesia in preendoscopic medication: spray versus lozenges.

S Heuberger, K B Weber, A Sonnenberg

    Endoscopy
    |May 1, 1979
    PubMed
    Summary

    Topical anesthesia with oxybuprocaine spray significantly improved patient acceptance of upper fiber-optic examination compared to lozenges. This finding enhances procedural comfort and patient experience during upper endoscopy.

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    Area of Science:

    • Gastroenterology
    • Anesthesiology
    • Medical Device Technology

    Background:

    • Upper fiber-optic examination is a common diagnostic procedure.
    • Patient acceptance and comfort are crucial for successful endoscopic examinations.
    • Topical anesthesia is frequently used to mitigate discomfort during these procedures.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To compare patient acceptance of upper fiber-optic examination using two different topical anesthesia delivery methods for oxybuprocaine.
    • To evaluate the efficacy of spray versus lozenge application of oxybuprocaine in enhancing patient comfort.

    Main Methods:

    • A comparative study involving patients undergoing upper fiber-optic examination.
    • Administration of topical oxybuprocaine anesthesia via spray and lozenge formulations.

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  • Assessment of patient acceptance and comfort levels using a standardized scale.

    • Main Results:

    • Patient acceptance was significantly higher (p < 0.001) with oxybuprocaine spray compared to the lozenge formulation.
    • The spray method demonstrated superior efficacy in improving patient tolerance of the procedure.

    Conclusions:

    • Topical oxybuprocaine delivered as a spray offers a more favorable patient experience for upper fiber-optic examinations.
    • Optimizing anesthetic delivery can enhance patient acceptance and potentially improve adherence to endoscopic procedures.