Can J Plast Surg
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The acidity of lidocaine preparations is believed to contribute to the pain of local anesthetic injection. ⋯ Although buffering increased the duration of lidocaine's anesthetic effect in this particular model, a decrease in the pain of the injection was not demonstrated, likely due to limitations of the study.
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To summarize current Canadian practice patterns in the diagnosis of and interventions for inhalation injuries (INHI). ⋯ Prospective, multicentre trials are needed to generate evidence-based consensus in the areas of diagnosis, grading and treatment for INHI in Canada.