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Previous studies have shown the usefulness of bupivacaine in oral surgery. A clinical trial was conducted comparing bupivacaine to lidocaine in 20 patients undergoing the surgical removal of bilateral impacted mandibular third molar teeth at separate appointments. A combination analog and category pain scale was used to assess pain on four occasion...
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The effect of midazolam, a water-soluble benzodiazepine, on the somatosensory evoked potentials (SEPs) following strong electrical stimulation of the upper lip, was investigated in Wistar albino rats. SEPs were recorded from the surface of the skull in the contralateral temporal area. A computer was used to obtain the averaged SEPs. The rats receiv...
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The literature is reviewed to demonstrate the significant amount of contamination on the external surface of the anesthetic cartridge diaphragm. Current methods of cartridge diaphragm decontamination to prevent injection of pathogens are discussed. A series of bacteriologic tests were conducted to determine the probability of transfer of pathogens ...
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Patients with chronic pain have a multifactoral problem that exhibits both physical and psychosocial symptoms. Evaluation includes determination of the physical diagnosis and psychosocial contributing factors on an equal and integrated basis. Contributing factors include any factor that plays a role in initiation and perpetuation or results from an...
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Isoflurane is a volatile liquid anesthetic agent reported to have recovery times shorter than many anesthetic agents in current use. This study compared postoperative recovery times in pediatric patients receiving dental treatment under isoflurane to those receiving enflurane anesthesia. The study consisted of a retrospective review of anesthesia r...
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An inexpensive and readily available device for securing the endotracheal tube in oral or nasal intubations is described. The device consists of a Velcro-fastened strap which is adjustable to any size tubing and two additional cloth straps which are tied around the patient's head. This device is very stable when properly tied and minimizes the poss...
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A review of the pharmacology and use of the drug physostigmine is presented. Of particular interest is the drug's capability to reverse excessive somnolence or paradoxical responses caused by intravenous diazepam (Valium®) and other clinically available benzodiazepines. Its use for the treatment of anticholinergic syndrome is discussed and incidenc...
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Deflection of conventional and newly introduced nondeflecting dental local anesthetic needles were compared in vitro by radiographic examination of the course of the needles in a hydrocolloid impression material. Results indicated significantly less deflection of the new needles when compared to a variety of conventional needles. Controlled clinica...
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Published in Anesthesia progress
