Veterinary surgery : VS
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Veterinary surgery : VS · Jul 1999
The association of propofol usage with postoperative wound infection rate in clean wounds: a retrospective study.
To determine if the use of propofol influences the postoperative infection rate of clean surgical wounds in dogs and cats. ⋯ Propofol is a lipid-based emulsion capable of supporting microbial growth. Administration of a potentially contaminated solution may contribute to surgical wound infection or other patient morbidity or mortality. Strict aseptic technique in the preparation of the solution and prompt disposal of unused drug are imperative to curtail the potential for extrinsic contamination.
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To evaluate propofol for induction and maintenance of anesthesia, after detomidine premedication, in horses undergoing abdominal surgery for creation of an experimental intestinal adhesion model. ⋯ Detomidine-propofol anesthesia is not recommended for surgical procedures in horses if dorsal recumbency is necessary and supplemental oxygen is not available (eg, field anesthesia).
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Veterinary surgery : VS · Jul 1998
Comparative StudyA comparison of indirect blood pressure monitoring techniques in the anesthetized cat.
To determine the accuracy of three indirect blood pressure monitoring techniques (oscillometric technique [OS], Doppler [DOP], and optical plethysmography [OP] [blood pressure determined with a pulse oximeter waveform]) when compared with direct arterial pressure measurement in cats. ⋯ All three of these techniques are useful for detecting trends. Direct monitoring of blood pressure should be considered if accurate blood pressure measurement is required.
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Veterinary surgery : VS · Mar 1998
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative Study Clinical TrialComparison of plasma fentanyl concentrations by using three transdermal fentanyl patch sizes in dogs.
To compare plasma fentanyl concentrations attained after the application of three transdermal fentanyl patch sizes (50, 75, and 100 micrograms/hour) in dogs. ⋯ Because of the interindividual and intraindividual variation in plasma fentanyl concentrations, patches should be applied 24 hours before the anticipated time that analgesia will be required. Adequacy of analgesia and potentially deleterious side effects, such as sedation and respiratory depression, should be monitored while the patches are in place. Skin reactions may occur, and the patches should be removed if such skin irritation is seen. After the patch is removed, it is expected that analgesia will wane rapidly because of the brief elimination half-life.
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Veterinary surgery : VS · Jan 1998
Detomidine-butorphanol-propofol for carotid artery translocation and castration or ovariectomy in goats.
To determine the safety and efficacy of propofol, after detomidine-butorphanol premedication, for induction and anesthetic maintenance for carotid artery translocation and castration or ovariectomy in goats. ⋯ Detomidine-butorphanol-propofol anesthesia with oxygen insufflation may be safely used for surgical intervention in healthy goats.