Laura Mantecón-Fernández, Sonia Lareu-Vidal, Clara González-López, Gonzalo Solís-Sánchez, Marta Suárez-Rodríguez
Infants might be exposed to pain during their admissions in the neonatal intensive care unit [NICU], both from their underlying conditions and several invasive procedures required during their stay. Considering the particularities of this population, recognition and adequate management of pain continues to be a challenge for neonatologists and investigators. Diverse therapies are available for treatment, including non-pharmacological pain management measures and pharmacological agents (sucrose, opioids, midazolam, acetaminophen, topical agents…) and research continues...
February 25, 2023: Children