Procedural Pediatric Dermatology

• Autores: Brandie J. Metz
• Localización: Dermatologic clinics, ISSN 0733-8635, Vol. 31, Nº. 2, 2013, págs. 337-346
• Idioma: inglés
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• Resumen

  • Due to many factors, including parental anxiety, a child's inability to understand the necessity of a procedure and a child's unwillingness to cooperate, it can be much more challenging to perform dermatologic procedures in children. This article reviews pre-procedural preparation of patients and parents, techniques for minimizing injection-related pain and optimal timing of surgical intervention. The risks and benefits of general anesthesia in the setting of pediatric dermatologic procedures are discussed. Additionally, the surgical approach to a few specific types of birthmarks is addressed.