Quantitative Versus qUAlitative NeuromoniToring of neUroMuscular Block for Non-cardiothoracic Surgery

Trial statusRecruiting
Trial phaseNot applicable
Trial typeInterventional
Biological sexAll
Age18+
SponsorThe University of Texas Health Science Center, Houston

About this trial

The purpose of this study is to assess the effect of quantitative block monitoring versus less expensive qualitative monitoring treatment effects on the lowest SpO2/FiO2 ratio in the PACU. The results will be incorporated into an enhanced recovery pathway for surgical patients.

Eligibility criteria

Qualifiers

Patient age ≥ 18 years old;

General anesthesia with endotracheal intubation;

Neuromuscular block with rocuronium.

Disqualifiers

Intubation before induction of anesthesia;

Critically ill patients admitted from the ICU;

Emergency cases;

Non-intubated patients;

Trial design

Treatments tested in this trial

  • Quantitative monitoring
  • Qualitative monitoring

Treatment groups

1,032 Participants
are divided into 2 treatment groups