Anesthesiology
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Randomized Controlled Trial
Effect of 1.5% Topical Diclofenac on Clinical Neuropathic Pain.
Neuropathic pain is a condition resulting from injury to the peripheral and/or central nervous system. Despite extensive research over the last several decades, neuropathic pain remains difficult to manage. ⋯ The findings indicate that 1.5% TD may serve as an effective treatment option for patients with neuropathic pain from postherpetic neuralgia and complex regional pain syndrome.
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study Comparative Study
Apnea after Awake Regional and General Anesthesia in Infants: The General Anesthesia Compared to Spinal Anesthesia Study-Comparing Apnea and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes, A Randomized Controlled Trial.
Spinal anesthesia for neonatal hernia repair reduces the incidence of early post-operative apnea but has no effect on later apnea (30 min to 12 hours).
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Randomized Controlled Trial Multicenter Study Comparative Study
Predictors of Failure of Awake Regional Anesthesia for Neonatal Hernia Repair: Data from the General Anesthesia Compared to Spinal Anesthesia Study-Comparing Apnea and Neurodevelopmental Outcomes.
Spinal block for neonatal hernia repair is 80% successful in experienced hands.
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