Research Article: Efficacy of intranasal administration of dexmedetomidine in combination with midazolam for sedation in infant with cleft lip and palate undergoing CT scan: a randomized controlled trial
Introduction:
Perioperative anxiety and agitation are common in pediatric patients in hospitals. Although some procedures are painless, such as computed tomography (CT) and magnetic resonance imaging (MRI). Pediatric patients still experience discomfort and distress when separated from their parents and demonstrate uncooperativeness and movement [1]. The use of sedatives may help to reduce anxiety, alleviate the fear of being separated from their parents and minimize any delay in treatment [2]. Clinically, there are many…
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