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Posted On : 08 Apr 2007
What sedation can normally used in the chidren during lumbar puncture especially those who can't be restrained? Sometimes I feel the local infiltration given for analgesia may well be more painful than a single prick of LP needle? I need a more practical answer.
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drumapawar
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u can use phenargan or midazolam in lower doses but observation is must
18 years ago
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Dr Sachin Murade
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pedichloryl, phenargan
18 years ago
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dr prakash c vaghela
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we used inj.ketamine 2mg-kg- iv along with lorazopam they are safe
18 years ago
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pediatriconcall
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A mild sedation in form of Midazolam can be used. You can also apply EMLA to the skin half an hour prior to the procedure so that the prick may not be felt.
18 years ago
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Dr.Abduljaved
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dizepam
18 years ago




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