Publications by authors named "Abigail Escobar"
Background And Objective: A urodynamic study (UDS) is a routine clinic procedure that can cause significant discomfort for certain patients, with no satisfactory analgesic alternatives currently available. Our aim was to evaluate the effectiveness of low-dose self-adjusted nitrous oxide (SANO), titrated to the patient's desired effect, on standard metrics for bladder function and on patient-reported pain and anxiety.
Methods: We conducted a single-institution, double-blind, randomized crossover trial in adults undergoing UDS.
Article Synopsis
- The study investigates the use of low-dose, patient-adjusted nitrous oxide to enhance patient comfort during transrectal prostate biopsies, a procedure that can cause pain and anxiety.
- It involved 133 patients, comparing the effects of nitrous oxide versus oxygen in addition to standard pain relief, measuring anxiety and pain levels before and after the procedure.
- Results showed that while nitrous oxide did not significantly reduce anxiety, it resulted in lower pain scores and better tolerance ratings from urologists, suggesting it is a safe option for improving patient experience.