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5 wrz 2022 · Dogs in the UK often undergo general anaesthesia for a range of procedures, from routine neutering to dental procedures and invasive surgeries. While in humans the risk of death linked to anaesthesia during surgery is minutely small, general anaesthesia carries higher risks for companion animals.
Adequate postoperative pain control is very important to reduce complications and hospital stay. This also relies on a correct pain assessment of the patient. Pain score tools, such as behavioural pain scales, help us identify the appropriate time and level of intervention.
For example, excessive opioid administration can lead to prolonged sedation and recumbency that can predispose to respiratory obstruction (for example, in brachycephalic breeds) and reduce appetite and water intake, which is detrimental to recovery from surgery.
Fracture repair is considered one of the most painful procedures in human medicine and is considered to cause moderate to severe pain in veterinary patients. Provision of adequate analgesia in patients undergoing fracture repair is essential, but remains a challenge (Bergmann et al, 2007).
10 lis 2023 · Small dogs may be more susceptible to anesthesia risks due to their size and metabolism. Weight-based dosing and careful monitoring are essential to minimize side effects. Smaller dogs may require lower drug doses to avoid complications, and precise calculations are critical.
19 sie 2024 · What to Expect Before Your Dog’s Anesthesia. Before your dog undergoes anesthesia, several steps are taken to ensure their safety. Your vet will likely perform pre-anesthetic blood work to assess your dog’s overall health and identify any underlying conditions that could affect anesthesia for dogs.
19 lis 2014 · Cranial cruciate ligament (CCL) rupture is a common cause of canine pelvic limb lameness and stifle joint osteoarthritis. Surgical treatment is advocated to stabilize the stifle joint, alleviate pain, treat any concurrent meniscal pathology, and decelerate the development of osteoarthritis [1].
