Review of neuromuscular blockers.

Neuromuscular blockers are primarily used as adjuncts in procedures requiring general anesthetics. Some agents have had a long, romantic history while others are relatively new or still in clinical trials. The following is a brief review of the history, mechanism of action, and potential adverse effects of neuromuscular blockers.

Keywords

Apnea, Neuromuscular Depolarizing Agents, Humans, Neuromuscular Blocking Agents, Histamine Release, Neuromuscular Nondepolarizing Agents

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