Inside the Anesthesiologist's mind: study reveals Decision-Making secrets
NCT ID NCT04195178
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at why experienced anesthesiologists sometimes make decisions that go against best practices when managing muscle relaxation at the end of surgery. Researchers interviewed 154 anesthesia providers and used clinical scenarios to understand their thought processes. The goal was to improve how doctors make these critical decisions.
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Study facts
What this study's own registry entry says, in plain language.
- Participants
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154 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Aug 2023
- Finished
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Dec 2024
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Clinically active anesthesia providers
- Ages
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21 to 80 years
- Sex
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Anyone
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Inclusion Criteria: * Clinically active experienced anesthesia providers Exclusion Criteria: * Anesthesia providers who are no longer practicing or clinically active
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Nashville, Tennessee, 37203, United States
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