Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2767217 | Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine | 2007 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Because there was a significant correlation between VAS pain scale and salivary α-amylase, we suggest that this biomarker may be a good index for the objective assessment of pain intensity. In addition, a simple to use portable analyzer may be useful for such assessment.
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Authors
Shyuichi M.D., Hitomi M.D., Miho M.D., Tetsumi M.D., Masako M.D., Yuka Ph.D., Kazuyoshi M.D., F.R.C.A.,