Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
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J. Am. Vet. Med. Assoc. · Jul 1997
Comparative StudySerum biochemical values in sled dogs before and after competing in long-distance races.
To measure and compare blood values in sled dogs before and after long-distance racing. ⋯ High CK activities are indicative of severe muscle degeneration and, in sled dogs, may represent a degree of muscle breakdown beyond which a dog cannot continue to work. Markedly high CK, and possibly AST, serum activities may be indicators of performance failure in sled dogs competing in long-distance races.
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To determine clinical signs, clinicopathologic abnormalities, prevalence of concurrent disease, treatment, complications of treatment, and outcome in cats with diabetic ketosis (DK) or diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA). ⋯ A thorough diagnostic evaluation should be performed on cats with DK or DKA to identify concurrent disorders, formulate an appropriate treatment plan, and provide prognostic information to the owner.
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J. Am. Vet. Med. Assoc. · Jul 1997
Clinical Trial Controlled Clinical TrialMedian effective dose of propofol required for induction of anaesthesia in goats.
To determine the median effective dose (ED50) of propofol required for induction of anesthesia in goats and the frequency of myoclonic activity and apnea associated with propofol administration. ⋯ Administration of propofol at 5.1 mg/kg (2.3 mg/lb), i.v., should permit endotracheal intubation in half of unpremedicated, healthy, mature goats. Myoclonus and apnea were associated with propofol administration.