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Optimizing pediatric periprocedural pain management part I-Evolving ethics and topical anesthetics

Emily D Henkel1, Courtney N Haller1, Lucia Z Diaz1,2,3

  • 1Division of Dermatology, Dell Medical School, University of Texas at Austin, Austin, Texas, USA.

Pediatric Dermatology
|May 14, 2024
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Optimizing pediatric pain management is crucial for children

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric medicine
  • Anesthesiology
  • Pain management

Background:

  • Inadequate pain management in children can negatively impact their future healthcare experiences.
  • Optimizing periprocedural pain management is increasingly viewed as a fundamental right.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the current state of topical anesthetics for pediatric pain.
  • To compare the safety and efficacy of different anesthetic options.
  • To guide clinical selection of appropriate pain management strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of topical anesthetics.
  • Analysis of mechanisms of action, safety, and efficacy data.
  • Exploration of multimodal pain management strategies.

Main Results:

  • Topical anesthetics offer viable options for pediatric pain management.
  • Comparative data on safety and efficacy aid in clinical decision-making.
  • Multimodal approaches, combining conventional and innovative techniques, are recommended.

Conclusions:

  • Effective pediatric pain management requires a comprehensive, multimodal approach.
  • Topical anesthetics can reduce the need for sedation and general anesthesia.
  • Improving pain management enhances children's long-term relationship with healthcare.

Keywords:
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