15/10/2024
New Publication in the BJOMS comparing Neuro Sensory Disturbance (NSD) following IDN blocks using lidocaine 2% and articane 4%.
In summary, the prevalence of NSD was not higher in those who received articane for IANB than those who received lidocaine.
Good article with 2400 cases in a double blind randomised control study. Definitely worth reading. In the UK, lots of GDPs are still hesitant to give articaine for IDN blocks although the recent literature is definitely pointing towards its safety.