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curarization

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curarization /cu·rar·iza·tion/ (koo″rah-rĭ-za´shun) administration of curare (usually tubocurarine) to induce muscle relaxation by its blocking activity at the myoneural junction.
curarization [koo″rar-ĭ-za´shun]
administration of curare (usually in the form of tubocurarine) to induce muscle relaxation.

curarization
administration of curare (usually tubocurarine) to induce muscle relaxation by its blocking activity at the neuromuscular junction.


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No patients had clinical evidence of recurarization or residual curarization.
Reversal of neuromuscular blockade is used to reduce the risk of post operative residual curarization (PORC) or re-occurrence of muscle relaxation; which may cause a number of serious complications such as muscle weakness and breathing difficulties,' commented Willem de Laat, executive vice president Medical Affairs Organon.
 
 
 
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