Let Kids Play: Using Virtual Reality as a Substitute for General Anesthesia for Minor Procedures in Pediatric Population
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Fereshteh Salimi-Jazi, Akanksha Sabapaty, Kyla Santos Dalusag, Claire Abrajano, Jackie Nguyen, Blaine Robinson, Thomas Jon Caruso, Samuel Rodriguez, Gary Hartman, Stephanie D. Chao
Topic overview
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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