Checking nerve-muscle function in babies during anesthesia
This study tests a monitor that checks how well the nerves and muscles communicate in babies and older patients during surgery. It is painless and helps anesthesiologists ensure safe dosing of muscle relaxants when needed.
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Who can take part
- Patient is either a baby aged 1 to 3 months or older (12 years and up)
- Surgery uses inhaled (breathing) anesthesia, not just IV sedation
- Surgery does not require a muscle relaxant
- No history of nerve or muscle problems
- Patient's arm must be available for placing a small monitor on the wrist
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