title: The Tensilon test using a three-way stopcock and double syringe.
abstract: The use of Tensilon (edrophonium chloride) is important in the diagnostic evaluation of many ptosis patients. A three-way stopcock with double syringe allows concomitant administration of atropine to counteract the cholinergic side effects of edrophonium.
authors.affiliation: Department of Ophthalmology, Wright State University School of Medicine, Dayton, Ohio 45409.
authors.forename: G B
authors.initials: GB
authors.lastname: Bartley
authors.forename: J D
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Bullock
mesh_terms: D001285:Atropine / Q000008:administration & dosage; D001763:Blepharoptosis / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology; D004491:Edrophonium / Q000008:administration & dosage; D004867:Equipment Design; D004864:Equipment and Supplies; D006801:Humans; D009157:Myasthenia Gravis / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis*
chemical_list: D004491:Edrophonium; D001285:Atropine