Journal of veterinary emergency and critical care
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J Vet Emerg Crit Care (San Antonio) · Jul 2014
Possible delayed respiratory depression following intrathecal injection of morphine and bupivacaine in an alpaca.
To describe general anesthesia and successful treatment of an alpaca, which developed respiratory arrest 2 hours after intrathecal injection of morphine and bupivacaine. ⋯ Delayed respiratory depression is a potential complication after intrathecal administration of morphine. Careful dose-adjustment may reduce the risk, and close monitoring will result in early detection and treatment of this complication.