Evaluation of Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen for Pediatric Laceration Repair: A Randomized Trial
Conclusion:
Adjuvant oral hydrocodone/acetaminophen is more effective than placebo in reducing pain in children younger than 8 years undergoing topical lidocaine–treated laceration repair, but it does not decrease pain or anxiety in older children.
CLINICAL QUESTION/LEVEL OF EVIDENCE:
Therapeutic, II.
Source: Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery - Category: Cosmetic Surgery Tags: Pediatric/Craniofacial: Original Articles Source Type: research
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