Laughing gas may take the ouch out of Kids' needle sticks
NCT ID NCT07159425
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looked at whether breathing a 50:50 mix of oxygen and nitrous oxide (laughing gas) can reduce pain and anxiety in children aged 1 to 16 during minor procedures like blood draws, stitches, or tube placements. Researchers observed 100 children and measured their pain using age-appropriate scales. The goal was to see if the gas helps kids cooperate and feel less distress without serious side effects.
What this could mean
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Active substance
50:50 oxygen-nitrous oxide gas mixture
What this could lead to
If effective, this gas mix could become a standard option to help children stay calm and comfortable during minor medical procedures without needles or heavy sedation.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed observational study, not a large trial. The gas may not work for all children, and side effects like low blood pressure or oxygen drops are possible.
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Institute for mother and child health care
Belgrade, Serbia