What does this research mean for the field?

4% Lidocaine and EMLA improve venous access and reduce procedural pain in children undergoing venous procedures. Novelty: ClaimNovelty.CONFIRMATORY. Consensus alignment: ConsensusAlignment.SUPPORTS_CONSENSUS.

What question did this study set out to answer?

This study aims to evaluate the effects of 4% lidocaine and EMLA on vein caliber, pain levels, and child collaboration during venous procedures.

March 2, 2026Open Access

Effects of 4% Lidocaine and EMLA in children undergoing venous procedures on vein caliber, pain, and child collaboration: Retrospective observational study

Key Points

This study aims to evaluate the effects of 4% lidocaine and EMLA on vein caliber, pain levels, and child collaboration during venous procedures.
Retrospective observational design
Analysis of children undergoing venous procedures
Comparison of 4% lidocaine and EMLA effects
Evaluation of vein caliber and pain levels
Assessment of child collaboration
Both lidocaine and EMLA improved vein access
Lidocaine showed slightly lower pain levels compared to EMLA
Children exhibited better collaboration with both anesthetics

Abstract

These findings help pediatric nurses choose optimal topical anesthetics, improving venous access and reducing procedural pain.

Effects of 4% Lidocaine and EMLA in children undergoing venous procedures on vein caliber, pain, and child collaboration: Retrospective observational study

Key Points

Abstract

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