Why the study?
Does the choice of anaesthetic technique (general vs regional, pancuronium vs atracurium) affect the risk of postoperative pulmonary complications in surgical patients?
Does the choice of anaesthetic technique (general vs regional, pancuronium vs atracurium) affect the risk of postoperative pulmonary complications in surgical patients?
General anaesthesia involving pancuronium, especially in long procedures, is a significant predictor of postoperative pulmonary complications compared to regional anaesthesia or the use of atracurium.
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Pancuronium use in prolonged general anaesthesia was associated with pulmonary complications; leaves open whether alternatives reduce risk in trials.
Pedersen et al. (1992) studied this question.
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