Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
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J. Am. Vet. Med. Assoc. · Aug 1997
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical TrialComparison of ketoprofen, oxymorphone hydrochloride, and butorphanol in the treatment of postoperative pain in dogs.
To compare analgesic effects of ketoprofen, oxymorphone hydrochloride, and butorphanol when used to control postoperative pain associated with elective orthopedic surgery in dogs. ⋯ Except during the first hour after surgery, dogs given ketoprofen alone after elective orthopedic surgery had a greater level of, and longer-lasting, analgesia than did dogs given oxymorphone or butorphanol alone.
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J. Am. Vet. Med. Assoc. · Aug 1997
Comparative StudyUse of propofol-isoflurane as an anesthetic regimen for cesarean section in dogs.
To evaluate use of propofol-isoflurane as an anesthetic regimen for cesarean section in dogs and to compare this protocol with epidural analgesia and anesthesia induced with thiopental sodium. ⋯ General anesthesia induced with propofol and maintained with isoflurane is acceptable for performing cesarean section in dogs.
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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.