Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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8717499 | The American Journal of Emergency Medicine | 2018 | 28 Pages |
Abstract
The existing literature suggests that LDT is associated with a lower failure rate than CID. However, the data is limited by small sample sizes and predominantly retrospective study designs. Given the potential for less pain, decreased scarring, and lower associated healthcare costs, this technique should be considered for the treatment of skin and soft tissue abscesses in the ED setting, but further studies are needed.
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Authors
Michael MD, Gary D. PharmD,