The Neuromuscular Effect of Rocuronium in Patient

The Neuromuscular Effect of Rocuronium in Patient Measuring Muscle Mass by Bioelectrical Impedance Analysis

Rocuronium block neuromuscular transmission at the neuromuscular junction, causing paralysis of the affected skeletal muscles. There have been several studies reported positive relationship between muscle mass and amount of neuromuscular junction. The purpose of this study is to find 50% effective dose and 95% effective dose of rocuronium according to muscle mass.

Rocuronium block neuromuscular transmission at the neuromuscular junction, causing paralysis of the affected skeletal muscles. There have been several studies reported positive relationship between muscle mass and amount of neuromuscular junction. Until now, dose of rocuronium has been judged by patient's weight and height. When the rocuronium was developed, 50% effective dose and 95% effective dose of rocuronium was calculated by patient corrected body weight which used weight and height. However, height and weight do not represent exact muscle mass. The purpose of this study is to find 50% effective dose and 95% effective dose of rocuronium according to muscle mass. Measurement of muscle mass will be obtained using bioelectrical impedence analysis.

Inclusion Criteria:

• All patient who undergo general anesthesia

Exclusion Criteria:

• Liver and kidney disease
• Any types of muscle disorder.
• Metal materials or pacemaker in body