Central Nervous System Toxicity Following Topical Anesthetics: A Case Report
Journal of Korean Burn Society
;
: 122-124, 2013.
Article
in Korean
| WPRIM
| ID: wpr-199725
ABSTRACT
In treating deep second degree burn, it is important to induce reepithelization as soon as possible. So it is crucial to remove eschar after appropriate anesthesia. But in case of extensive wound area or anxiety of needle, we have been used topical anesthetics alternative to lidocaine injection based on its efficacy and safety. Even though it is rare but, we experienced a patient who suffered Central nervous system toxicity following topical anesthetics of lidocaine application. So we report a case with review of related articles.
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Main subject:
Anxiety
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Wounds and Injuries
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Burns
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Central Nervous System
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Anesthesia
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Anesthetics
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Lidocaine
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Needles
Limits:
Humans
Language:
Korean
Journal:
Journal of Korean Burn Society
Year:
2013
Type:
Article
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