The Journal of emergency medicine
10% Lidocaine Versus 1% Diclofenac Spray in Radial Arterial Blood Gas Sampling: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Trial using Perfusion Index.
Ibrahim Altundağ, Sinem Doğruyol, Burcu Genç Yavuz, Mustafa Ahmet Afacan, Şahin Çolak
Published: 202510.1016/j.jemermed.2025.12.015
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Radial arterial blood gas (ABG) sampling is a common but painful procedure essential for assessing critically ill patients. Effective pain control is vital for patient comfort and procedural success. OBJECTIVE: This study aimed to compare…
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