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Let Kids Play: Using Virtual Reality as a Substitute for General Anesthesia for Minor Procedures in Pediatric Population

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Abstract

In the pediatric population, virtual reality (VR) has been used as an adjunct to augment analgesia and reduce the need for opioids. In this study, we review our experience using VR in lieu of anesthesia or sedation to enable minor procedures in children.

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Virtual RealityPediatric AnesthesiaProcedural SedationNon-pharmacologic AnalgesiaOpioid-sparing TechniquesPediatric Pain Management

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#VirtualReality#PediatricAnesthesia#OpioidSparing#PainManagement

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How to cite: GlobalCastMD. Let Kids Play: Using Virtual Reality as a Substitute for General Anesthesia for Minor Procedures in Pediatric Population. GlobalCastMD Medical Library. 2024-01-08. https://origin-library.globalcastmd.com/article/8253

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