A neuromuscular block is used to paralyze the muscles. The drugs work by blocking the neuromuscular transmission at the neuromuscular junction. They are used for paralysis of muscles during intubation, tracheostomy, etc. Acetylcholine, Aminosteroids, Tetrahydroisoquinoline derivative, etc., are the drugs used for neuromuscular blocks.
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How necessary is neuromuscular block during surgery?
Query: Hi doctor, I am going to have laparoscopic surgery to remove an ovarian dermoid cyst. I am afraid of being under general anesthesia in the presence of neuromuscular blocks. Is there a way to ensure that I am unconscious before administering the neuromuscular block? I have read a horrible story abo... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Normally, all anesthesia, you can see are just a prick of a needle. So, if you do not fear the prick of a needle then you need not worry. Once the needle is pricked and the medicine goes in your body, you will not realize any pain neither remember anything. You would be ... Read Full »
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