Numbing medicines compared for small stitches in young children
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Part of Mental health clinical trials.
This trial tests three medicines given through the nose to keep children comfortable during minor procedures in the emergency department, specifically for closing small cuts with stitches. It may help find which nasal medicine works best and is safest for quick, minimal procedures.
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Who can take part
- Child is between 1 and 5 years old
- This ED visit is for stitches (suture repair) for a cut 5 cm or smaller
- A parent or caregiver can speak English
- Child does not have a known allergy or bad reaction to midazolam, dexmedetomidine, ketamine, or other sedatives
- Child has normal vital signs for their age (especially heart rate and blood pressure)
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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