Effects of Sucrose and Nonnutritive Sucking on Pain Behavior in Neonates and Infants undergoing Wound Dressing after Surgery: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Randomized trial comparing 24% sucrose plus pacifier versus pacifier alone for pain relief during postoperative wound dressing in 32 neonates and infants. Results showed no significant difference between groups, with both experiencing high-intensity pain responses, highlighting the need for improved procedural pain management strategies in pediatric surgical patients.