Comparing two muscle relaxation monitors for long surgeries
This study compares two different monitors that measure how deeply your muscles are relaxed during long surgeries (over 3 hours) like laparoscopic, robotic, or chest surgeries. The monitors help the anesthesia team keep you safe and comfortable.
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Who can take part
- You are at least 18 years old
- You are scheduled for a laparoscopic, robotic, or video-assisted thoracic surgery (VATS) that will last more than 3 hours
- You are able to understand and sign a consent form in English
- You are not pregnant, breastfeeding, or in jail
- You do not have nerve or muscle problems, like muscular dystrophy
- You do not have any allergies to common anesthetics or muscle relaxants
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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