Topically applied tetracaine, adrenalin, and cocaine in the repair of traumatic wounds of the head and neck.
TAC is an effective topically applied anesthetic agent for repair of nonmucosal soft tissue injuries of the head and neck. It seems to be well accepted by patients--particularly pediatric patients and their parents. The incidence of toxic reactions and wound infections is low.
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D000287:Administration, Topical; D000777:Anesthetics / Q000627:therapeutic use; D003042:Cocaine / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006259:Craniocerebral Trauma / Q000188:drug therapy*; D004837:Epinephrine / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D006801:Humans; D019838:Neck Injuries; D013748:Tetracaine / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D014947:Wounds and Injuries / Q000188:drug therapy
D000777:Anesthetics; D013748:Tetracaine; D003042:Cocaine; D004837:Epinephrine