Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
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J. Am. Acad. Dermatol. · Feb 1999
Randomized Controlled Trial Clinical TrialEMLA cream as a topical anesthetic for the repeated mechanical debridement of venous leg ulcers: a double-blind, placebo-controlled study.
A granulating surface is important for skin grafting and healing of leg ulcers. Mechanical debridement to remove necrotic tissue often must be stopped before completion because of pain. ⋯ EMLA produces effective pain relief for the debridement of leg ulcers and shortens the time to a clean ulcer.