Prevention of laryngospasm with rocuronium in cats: a dose ‐finding study

Conclusions and clinical relevanceRocuronium 0.3 mg kg−1 and 0.6 mg kg−1 consistently decreased the completeness and duration of the laryngeal response to water spray, and reduced the number of arytenoid adductive movements in response to that stimulus. However, a laryngeal response was never completely prevented. Rocuronium 0.3 mg kg−1 may be useful for facilitating tracheal intubation. Positive pressure ventilation must be available for cats administered rocuronium.

Source: Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia - February 11, 2016 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Manuel Martin ‐Flores, Daniel M Sakai, Diego A Portela, Lucia Borlle, Luis Campoy, Robin D Gleed Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research