Which monitor best measures muscle relaxation on the operating table?
NCT ID NCT05006807
First seen Jul 08, 2026 · Last updated Jul 09, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study compares several devices that measure how well muscle relaxant drugs are working during surgery. The devices track thumb twitches in response to nerve stimulation. Researchers want to see which monitor gives the most accurate readings compared to a lab-standard method. The study involves adults undergoing anesthesia that requires muscle relaxants.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- What this could lead to
- If one device proves more accurate, it could improve how anesthesiologists monitor muscle relaxation during surgery, potentially leading to safer recovery.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage comparison study, not a treatment trial. Results may not change clinical practice or apply to all surgical settings.
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Locations
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University of Washington Medical Center
Seattle, Washington, 98195, United States
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