ReviewCureus2024
The Impact of Anesthesia on Dermatological Outcomes: A Narrative Review.
Review in Cureus, 2024. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 4 papers.
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The abstract states no effect estimate the extractor could read, or names no intervention and outcome on the map, so this paper lights no cell and moves no belief. It is still indexed, cited and linked below.
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Who cites it
4 citing papers in PubMed.
- The effect of virtual reality on skin prick test-related pain and fear in children: a randomized controlled trial.European journal of pediatrics · 2025Trial
- Exploring UVA1-Induced Metabolic Effects in Different In Vitro, Ex Vivo, and In Vivo Systems.Metabolites · 2026Article
- Lidocaine Injection Provides Superior Pain Relief Compared to 10-Minute BLT Topical Numbing in Women Undergoing Cannula-Based Aesthetic Procedures.Aesthetic surgery journal. Open forum · 2026Article
- All-in-One Protocol: A Comprehensive Sedation Approach for Multi-Procedural Aesthetic Dermatology.Journal of cosmetic dermatology · 2025Article
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Authors and funding
7 authors.
Funding
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Abstract
Anesthesia is an essential component of dermatologic procedures, influencing pain management and patient outcomes, including wound healing, infection control, and cosmetic appearance. This review examines the impact of various anesthetic techniques, topical, local, regional, and general, on dermatological outcomes. The findings reveal that while local anesthesia is preferred due to its efficacy and safety, specialized considerations are necessary for pediatric, geriatric, and high-risk patients. Anesthesia-related complications, such as allergic reactions, systemic toxicity, and delayed healing, require careful selection of agents and techniques. Innovations in anesthetic technology, including nanotechnology, microneedle patches, and cryoanesthesia, promise to improve pain management and minimize complications. Personalized anesthesia approaches, informed by genetic and proteomic analyses, offer the potential to optimize individual patient care. However, further research is needed to understand the long-term effects of anesthetic agents on wound healing and scarring, especially in patients with comorbidities. Overall, this review emphasizes the evolving role of anesthesia in dermatology and highlights the need for ongoing innovation to enhance patient care, minimize risks, and improve procedural outcomes.
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