Changes in Intraoperative Rocuronium Dosing after the Introduction of Sugammadex and Association with Postoperative Respiratory Complications: A Retrospective Cohort Study

Sugammadex introduction was followed by a 45.1% increase in rocuronium doses. While sugammadex attenuated the risk of postoperative respiratory complications, it was completely abolished only with quantitative neuromuscular monitoring.

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Anesthesiology
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2025-12-04
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https://doi.org/10.1097/aln.0000000000005880
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Anesthesia and Sedative Agents
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Abstract

Sugammadex introduction was followed by a 45.1% increase in rocuronium doses. While sugammadex attenuated the risk of postoperative respiratory complications, it was completely abolished only with quantitative neuromuscular monitoring.

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