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Chondrodendrum tomentosumCurare is a compound used for dart poisons by tribes in South America. It is derived from vines such as, Chondrodendron tomentosum and Strychnos toxifera. The first non-depolarising muscle blocking agent, d-Tubocurarine, was identified in 1935 by Harold King. It was found in curare that had been packed in hollow tubes.

UPDATED: List of forthcoming courses/teaching....
Written by Helen Findley   
Tuesday, 22 November 2011 16:36
Forthcoming educational events for trainees will be advertised below... please also see CAT calendar for Regional teaching etc.

Flyers can be found by clicking Downloads------Event Information.

 

2nd Feb: CAT Post fellowship teaching 14.30-17.30 at RHH. Improving Quality and Patient Safety. For all ST5-7 Registrars.

20th March 2012: Barnsley US guided regional anesthesia course. Costs £75. To book contact Pete Claydon at Barnsley - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

17th April 2012: 5th...
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ST5-7 training
Written by Helen Findley   
Sunday, 13 November 2011 16:48
Please go to the training area and click on ST5-7 for the latest training resources

Latest updates include: Higher and advanced workbook for 2010 Curriculum Workplace based assessments for...
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ICM training - updates
Written by Helen Findley   
Sunday, 13 November 2011 16:37
Please go to the training area and click on ICM for the latest ICM training news, including what is happening about dual/joint CCTs. 

Latest messages: Link to FAQs on ICM recruitment...
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