Comparison of Sugammadex (MK-8616/Org 25969) With Neostigmine Administered at 1-2 Post-tetanic Counts (PTCs) After Administration of Rocuronium or Vecuronium (19.4.302/P05945/MK-8616-025)

Mean time from start of sugammadex or neostigmine administration to recovery of T4/T1 ratio to 0.9 was assessed by applying repetitive train of four (TOF) electrical stimulations to the ulnar nerve every 15 seconds and assessing twitch response at the adductor pollicis muscle. Nerve stimulation continued until the ratio of the magnitude of the fourth twitch (T4) to first twitch (T1) reached at least 0.9. The greater the T4/T1 ratio represented the greater the recovery from NMB; with a value of 0.0 representing no recovery and 1.0 representing full recovery. Reduced recovery time of the T4/T1 ratio to 0.9 indicated faster recovery from NMB. Mean time was collected in minutes and seconds but converted to and presented in minutes only. The analysis included a procedure for the imputation of missing recovery times.

Mean time from start of sugammadex or neostigmine administration to recovery of T4/T1 ratio to 0.9 was assessed by applying repetitive train of four (TOF) electrical stimulations to the ulnar nerve every 15 seconds and assessing twitch response at the adductor pollicis muscle. Nerve stimulation continued until the ratio of the magnitude of the fourth twitch (T4) to first twitch (T1) reached at least 0.9. The greater the T4/T1 ratio represented the greater the recovery from NMB; with a value of 0.0 representing no recovery and 1.0 representing full recovery. Reduced recovery time of the T4/T1 ratio to 0.9 indicated faster recovery from NMB. Mean time was collected in minutes and seconds but converted to and presented in minutes only. The analysis included a procedure for the imputation of missing recovery times.

Mean time from start of sugammadex or neostigmine administration to recovery of T4/T1 ratio to 0.7 was assessed by applying repetitive train of four (TOF) electrical stimulations to the ulnar nerve every 15 seconds and assessing twitch response at the adductor pollicis muscle. Nerve stimulation continued until the ratio of the magnitude of the fourth twitch (T4) to first twitch (T1) reached at least 0.7. The greater the T4/T1 ratio represented the greater the recovery from NMB; with a value of 0.0 representing no recovery and 1.0 representing full recovery. Reduced recovery time of the T4/T1 ratio to 0.7 indicated faster recovery from NMB. Mean time was collected in minutes and seconds but converted to and presented in minutes only. The analysis included a procedure for the imputation of missing recovery times.

Mean time from start of sugammadex or neostigmine administration to recovery of T4/T1 ratio to 0.7 was assessed by applying repetitive train of four (TOF) electrical stimulations to the ulnar nerve every 15 seconds and assessing twitch response at the adductor pollicis muscle. Nerve stimulation continued until the ratio of the magnitude of the fourth twitch (T4) to first twitch (T1) reached at least 0.7. The greater the T4/T1 ratio represented the greater the recovery from NMB; with a value of 0.0 representing no recovery and 1.0 representing full recovery. Reduced recovery time of the T4/T1 ratio to 0.7 indicated faster recovery from NMB. Mean time was collected in minutes and seconds but converted to and presented in minutes only. The analysis included a procedure for the imputation of missing recovery times.

Mean time from start of sugammadex or neostigmine administration to recovery of T4/T1 ratio to 0.8 was assessed by applying repetitive train of four (TOF) electrical stimulations to the ulnar nerve every 15 seconds and assessing twitch response at the adductor pollicis muscle. Nerve stimulation continued until the ratio of the magnitude of the fourth twitch (T4) to first twitch (T1) reached at least 0.8. The greater the T4/T1 ratio represented the greater the recovery from NMB; with a value of 0.0 representing no recovery and 1.0 representing full recovery. Reduced recovery time of the T4/T1 ratio to 0.8 indicated faster recovery from NMB. Mean time was collected in minutes and seconds but converted to and presented in minutes only. The analysis included a procedure for the imputation of missing recovery times.

Mean time from start of sugammadex or neostigmine administration to recovery of T4/T1 ratio to 0.8 was assessed by applying repetitive train of four (TOF) electrical stimulations to the ulnar nerve every 15 seconds and assessing twitch response at the adductor pollicis muscle. Nerve stimulation continued until the ratio of the magnitude of the fourth twitch (T4) to first twitch (T1) reached at least 0.8. The greater the T4/T1 ratio represented the greater the recovery from NMB; with a value of 0.0 representing no recovery and 1.0 representing full recovery. Reduced recovery time of the T4/T1 ratio to 0.8 indicated faster recovery from NMB. Mean time was collected in minutes and seconds but converted to and presented in minutes only. The analysis included a procedure for the imputation of missing recovery times.

The number of participants who were awake and oriented was assessed as part of an overall assessment of the clinical level of consciousness by the investigator. The clinical level of consciousness was used as a measure of recovery from NMB at 2 timepoints: prior to transfer to the recovery room after extubation and prior to discharge from the recovery room. Attempts were made to arouse participants every 15 minutes with mild prodding, mild shaking, and asking questions regarding name, location, and day of the week. The assessment ended once the participant was awake and fully orientated, 24 hours, or discharged from the hospital if discharge occurs before 24 hours; whichever occurred first. Participants were given a level of consciousness based on what type of stimulation they responded to. Participants who were not cooperative with the examination were not included in the assessment.

The number of participants aroused with minimal stimulation was assessed as part of an overall assessment of the clinical level of consciousness by the investigator. The clinical level of consciousness was used as a measure of recovery from NMB at 2 timepoints: prior to transfer to the recovery room after extubation and prior to discharge from the recovery room. Attempts were made to arouse participants every 15 minutes with mild prodding, mild shaking, and asking questions regarding name, location, and day of the week. The assessment ended once the participant was awake and fully orientated, 24 hours, or discharged from the hospital if discharge occurs before 24 hours; whichever occurred first. Participants were given a level of consciousness based on what type of stimulation they responded to. Participants who were not cooperative with the examination were not included in the assessment.

The number of participants responsive only to tactile stimulation was assessed as part of an overall assessment of the clinical level of consciousness by the investigator. The clinical level of consciousness was used as a measure of recovery from NMB at 2 timepoints: prior to transfer to the recovery room after extubation and prior to discharge from the recovery room. Attempts were made to arouse participants every 15 minutes with mild prodding, mild shaking, and asking questions regarding name, location, and day of the week. The assessment ended once the participant was awake and fully orientated, 24 hours, or discharged from the hospital if discharge occurs before 24 hours; whichever occurred first. Participants were given a level of consciousness based on what type of stimulation they responded to. Participants who were not cooperative with the examination were not included in the assessment.

The number of participants who were able to lift their head for 5 seconds was assessed by the investigator as a measure of recovery from NMB at 2 timepoints: prior to transfer to the recovery room after extubation and prior to discharge from the recovery room. The assessment was performed every 15 minutes until the first successful 5-second head lift was achieved. Participants who were not cooperative with the examination were not included in the assessment.

The number of participants experiencing general muscle weakness was assessed by the investigator as a measure of recovery from NMB at 2 timepoints: prior to transfer to the recovery room after extubation and prior to discharge from the recovery room. The assessments were performed every 15 minutes until the absence of general muscle weakness. A standardized examination form was used to determine the presence or absence of muscle weakness in various muscle groups. Participants who were not cooperative with the examination were not included in the assessment.