Effect of Midazolam Premedication on Salivary Cortisol Levels in Pediatric Patients with Negative Frankl Behavior: A Pilot Study

Background/Objectives: This pilot study aimed to evaluate stress levels in pediatric patients classified as definitely negative according to the Frankl scale by measuring salivary cortisol concentrations. Additionally, the study assessed the impact of Midazolam premedication on stress reduction duri...

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Published in:	Children
Main Authors:	Juan Ignacio Aura-Tormos, Laura Marqués-Martínez, Esther Garcia-Miralles, Isabel Torres-Cuevas, Bianca Quartararo, Clara Guinot-Barona
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	MDPI AG 2025-08-01
Subjects:	premedication salivary cortisol child behavior sedation
Online Access:	https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/12/8/1097

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