Era of Sugammadex: A Paradigm Shift in Airway Management - PubMed
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- #Neuromuscular Blockade
- #Sugammadex
- #Airway Management
- Sugammadex rapidly and completely reverses steroidal neuromuscular blocking agents.
- Unlike neostigmine, sugammadex has long-lasting antagonism, no ceiling effect, and minimizes residual neuromuscular block risks.
- Sugammadex's unique properties influence anesthesia emergence, induction, and tracheal intubation strategies across perioperative settings.
- Its impact on airway management is underappreciated and underutilized, mainly due to limited awareness.
- This review synthesizes current literature, highlights practical considerations, and explores sugammadex's potential paradigm shift in airway management.