Anaes Vivas · Neuromuscular blockade & reversal
Vecuronium versus rocuronium and atracurium
Viva on vecuronium pharmacology and how it differs from rocuronium and atracurium.
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A comparison table of vecuronium, rocuronium and atracurium (onset, duration, cardiovascular effects, elimination, histamine release, reversal).
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A comparison table of vecuronium, rocuronium and atracurium is provided, with columns for onset, duration, cardiovascular effects, elimination route, histamine release and reversal agent.
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