New lidocaine lozenge as topical anesthesia compared to lidocaine viscous oral solution before upper gastrointestinal endoscopy
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To evaluate the effect and acceptance of a new lidocaine lozenge compared with a lidocaine viscous oral solution as a pharyngeal anesthetic before upper gastrointestinal endoscopy (UGE), a diagnostic procedure commonly performed worldwide during which many patients experience severe discomfort mostly because of the gag reflex.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Local and Regional Anesthesia |
Volume | 5 |
Pages (from-to) | 17-22 |
Number of pages | 6 |
ISSN | 1178-7112 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 2012 |
ID: 41884613