Preparatory information reduces gastroscopy-related stress in children as confirmed by salivary cortisol
Conclusions: We demonstrated that when endoscopic procedure is explained broadly to a child, the procedural stress is significantly less, as measured by the s-cortisol levels and the anxiety questionnaire. It is important for the attending physician to explain all aspects of examination carefully.
Source: The Saudi Journal of Gastroenterology - Category: Gastroenterology Authors: Burcu Volkan Nevzat Aykut Bayrak Cihat Ucar Duygu Kara Sedat Y & #305;ld & #305;z Source Type: research
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