<p>The use of neuromuscular blockade is not uncommon however, it's associated with many complications such as the increased risk of ICU acquired weakness, prolonged length of ICU stay along with the increased risk of corneal ulceration and VTE. In this episode, we discuss various indications for the use of NMB agents in ICU and review the available evidence on this topic.</p>

The use of neuromuscular blockade is not uncommon however, it's associated with many complications such as the increased risk of ICU acquired weakness, prolonged length of ICU stay along with the increased risk of corneal ulceration and VTE. In this episode, we discuss various indications for the use of NMB agents in ICU and review the available evidence on this topic.

Episode 66: Neuromuscular Blockade in ICU

The landscape of Intensive care is changing. In the era of evidence based medicine, we try to make best possible decision for our patients based on best available evidence. Every fortnight, Dr Swapnil Pawar & Dr Jose Chacko will bring you one hot topic in Critical care. If you want to stay up to date with recent evidence or learn how to critically evaluate the literature in critical care, this podcast is for you.

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The landscape of Intensive care is changing. In the era of evidence based medicine, we try to make best possible decision for our patients based on best available evidence. Every fortnight, Dr Swapnil Pawar &amp; Dr Jose Chacko will bring you one hot topic in Critical care. If you want to stay up to date with recent evidence or learn how to critically evaluate the literature in critical care, this podcast is for you.

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Episode 66: Neuromuscular Blockade in ICU

Episode 66: Neuromuscular Blockade in ICU