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Recovery after General Anaesthesia in Adult Horses: A Structured Summary of the Literature. Animals (Basel) 2021; 11:ani11061777. [PMID: 34198637 PMCID: PMC8232193 DOI: 10.3390/ani11061777] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/28/2021] [Revised: 06/03/2021] [Accepted: 06/08/2021] [Indexed: 12/26/2022] Open
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Simple Summary Recovery is the most dangerous phase of general anaesthesia in horses. Numerous publications have reported about this phase, but structured reviews that try to reduce the risk of bias of narrative reviews/expert opinions, focussing on the topic are missing. Therefore, the aim of the present article was to publish the first structured review as a summary of the literature focussing on the recovery phase after general anaesthesia in horses. The objective was to summarise the available literature, taking into account the scientific evidence of the individual studies. A structured approach was followed with two experts in the field independently deciding on article inclusion and its level of scientific evidence. A total number of 444 articles, sorted by topics and classified based on their levels of evidence, were finally included into the present summary. The most important findings were summarised and discussed. The present structured review can be used as a compilation of the publications that, to date, focus on the recovery phase after general anaesthesia in adult horses. This type of review tries to minimise the risk of bias inherent to narrative reviews/expert opinions. Abstract Recovery remains the most dangerous phase of general anaesthesia in horses. The objective of this publication was to perform a structured literature review including levels of evidence (LoE) of each study with the keywords “recovery anaesthesia horse”, entered at once, in the search browsers PubMed and Web of Science. The two authors independently evaluated each candidate article. A final list with 444 articles was obtained on 5 April 2021, classified as: 41 “narrative reviews/expert opinions”, 16 “retrospective outcome studies”, 5 “surveys”, 59 “premedication/sedation and induction drugs”, 27 “maintenance with inhalant agents”, 55 “maintenance with total intravenous anaesthesia (TIVA)”, 3 “TIVA versus inhalants”, 56 “maintenance with partial intravenous anaesthesia (PIVA)”, 27 “other drugs used during maintenance”, 18 “drugs before/during recovery”, 18 “recovery systems”, 21 “respiratory system in recovery”, 41 “other factors”, 51 “case series/reports” and 6 “systems to score recoveries”. Of them, 167 were LoE 1, 36 LoE 2, 33 LoE 3, 110 LoE 4, 90 LoE 5 and 8 could not be classified based on the available abstract. This review can be used as an up-to-date compilation of the literature about recovery after general anaesthesia in adult horses that tried to minimise the bias inherent to narrative reviews.
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Tokushige H, Araki M, Kusano K, Arima D, Ito H, Yamazaki Y, Urayama S, Kambayashi Y, Tateno O, Ohta M. A retrospective comparison of induction with thiopental/guaifenesin and propofol/ketamine in Thoroughbred racehorses anesthetized with sevoflurane and medetomidine during arthroscopic surgery. J Equine Sci 2019; 30:25-31. [PMID: 31285690 PMCID: PMC6606449 DOI: 10.1294/jes.30.25] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2019] [Accepted: 04/23/2019] [Indexed: 11/01/2022] Open
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This study compares clinical characteristics between induction with thiopental/guaifenesin and propofol/ketamine in Thoroughbred racehorses anesthetized with sevoflurane and medetomidine. Clinical records of 214 horses that underwent arthroscopic surgery between 2015 and 2016 were retrospectively retrieved. Horses were premedicated with medetomidine and midazolam to sedate at the adequate level for smooth induction, and then induced with either thiopental (4.0 mg/kg) and guaifenesin (100 mg/kg) in Group TG (n=91) or propofol (1.0 mg/kg) and ketamine (1.0 mg/kg) in Group PK (n=123). Anesthesia was maintained using sevoflurane with constant rate infusion of medetomidine. Quality of induction/recovery, sevoflurane requirement, cardiovascular function and recovery characteristics were evaluated. Anesthetic induction scores (median, range) for Group TG (5, 2-5) and Group PK (5, 2-5) were not significantly different. There were no significant differences in end-tidal sevoflurane concentration (mean ± standard deviation) between Group TG and Group PK (both 2.4 ± 0.2%). Dobutamine infusion rate (µg/kg/min) required for keeping mean arterial blood pressure (MAP) above 70 mmHg in Group PK (0.43, 0.10-1.40) was significantly lower than in Group TG (0.67, 0.08-1.56). Recovery score in Group PK (5, 2-5) was significantly higher than in Group TG (4, 2-5). Both propofol/ketamine and thiopental/guaifenesin provided a smooth induction of anesthesia. Moreover, induction with propofol/ketamine resulted in lower dobutamine requirements for keeping MAP above 70 mmHg during maintenance, and better quality of recovery. Induction with propofol/ketamine would be preferable to thiopental/guaifenesin in Thoroughbred racehorses anesthetized with sevoflurane and medetomidine during arthroscopic surgery.
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- Hirotaka Tokushige
- Equine Research Institute, Japan Racing Association, Tochigi 329-0412, Japan
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- Racehorse Clinic, Miho Training Center, Japan Racing Association, Ibaraki 300-0493, Japan
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- Racehorse Clinic, Miho Training Center, Japan Racing Association, Ibaraki 300-0493, Japan
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- Racehorse Clinic, Miho Training Center, Japan Racing Association, Ibaraki 300-0493, Japan
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- Racehorse Clinic, Miho Training Center, Japan Racing Association, Ibaraki 300-0493, Japan
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- Racehorse Clinic, Miho Training Center, Japan Racing Association, Ibaraki 300-0493, Japan
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- Racehorse Clinic, Miho Training Center, Japan Racing Association, Ibaraki 300-0493, Japan
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- Racehorse Clinic, Miho Training Center, Japan Racing Association, Ibaraki 300-0493, Japan
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- Racehorse Clinic, Miho Training Center, Japan Racing Association, Ibaraki 300-0493, Japan
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- Equine Research Institute, Japan Racing Association, Tochigi 329-0412, Japan
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Jarrett MA, Bailey KM, Messenger KM, Prange T, Gaines B, Posner LP. Recovery of horses from general anesthesia after induction with propofol and ketamine versus midazolam and ketamine. J Am Vet Med Assoc 2019; 253:101-107. [PMID: 29911938 DOI: 10.2460/javma.253.1.101] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate quality of recovery from general anesthesia in horses after induction with propofol and ketamine versus midazolam and ketamine. DESIGN Prospective randomized crossover study. ANIMALS 6 healthy adult horses. PROCEDURES Horses were premedicated with xylazine (1.0 mg/kg [0.45 mg/lb], IV), and general anesthesia was induced with midazolam (0.1 mg/kg [0.045 mg/lb], IV) or propofol (0.5 mg/kg [0.23 mg/lb], IV), followed by ketamine (3.0 mg/kg [1.36 mg/lb], IV). Horses were endotracheally intubated, and anesthesia was maintained with isoflurane. After 60 minutes, horses were given romifidine (0.02 mg/kg [0.009 mg/lb], IV) and allowed to recover unassisted. Times to first movement, sternal recumbency, and standing and the number of attempts to stand were recorded. Plasma concentrations of propofol or midazolam were measured following induction and immediately before recovery. Recovery quality was scored by 3 graders with a recovery rubric and a visual analog scale. RESULTS Number of attempts to stand was significantly lower when horses received propofol (median, 2; range, 1 to 3) than when they received midazolam (median, 7.5; range, 3 to 16). For both the recovery rubric and visual analog scale, recovery quality was significantly better when horses received propofol than when they received midazolam. Plasma drug concentration at recovery, as a percentage of the concentration at induction, was significantly lower when horses received propofol than when they received midazolam. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE Results suggested that for horses undergoing short (ie, 60 minutes) periods of general anesthesia, recovery quality may be better following induction with propofol and ketamine, compared with midazolam and ketamine.
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Tokushige H, Okano A, Arima D, Ito H, Kambayashi Y, Minamijima Y, Ohta M. Clinical effects of constant rate infusions of medetomidine-propofol combined with sevoflurane anesthesia in Thoroughbred racehorses undergoing arthroscopic surgery. Acta Vet Scand 2018; 60:71. [PMID: 30396363 PMCID: PMC6217774 DOI: 10.1186/s13028-018-0426-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/18/2018] [Accepted: 10/29/2018] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Background The aim of the present study was to evaluate clinical efficacy of constant rate infusions (CRIs) of medetomidine–propofol combined with sevoflurane anesthesia in Thoroughbred racehorses undergoing arthroscopic surgery. Thirty horses were sedated intravenously (IV) with medetomidine (6.0 μg/kg) and midazolam (0.02 mg/kg) and induced IV with ketamine (1.0 mg/kg) and propofol (1.0 mg/kg). These horses were randomly allocated to three groups and maintained with sevoflurane and CRI of either medetomidine (3.0 μg/kg/h) (Group M; n = 10); or medetomidine (3.0 μg/kg/h) and propofol (3.0 mg/kg/h) (Group MP3; n = 10); or medetomidine (3.0 μg/kg/h) and propofol (6.0 mg/kg/h) (Group MP6; n = 10). End-tidal sevoflurane concentration (ETSEVO), cardiovascular parameters, plasma propofol concentration, and recovery time and quality were compared among groups. Data were analyzed by using ANOVA with Tukey’s multiple comparison test, considering P < 0.05 significant. Results ETSEVO (%) was 2.4 ± 0.1 in Group M, 1.7 ± 0.2 in Group MP3, and 1.4 ± 0.2 in Group MP6; ETSEVO declined significantly in a propofol-dose-dependent manner. The rates of dobutamine infusion (μg/kg/min) required to keep the mean arterial blood pressure over 70 mmHg were significantly lower in Group MP3 (0.20 ± 0.10) and Group MP6 (0.15 ± 0.06) than in Group M (0.37 ± 0.18). Recovery time and quality did not differ among groups. All horses in Group MP3 required only one attempt to stand, and recovery quality was excellent. Plasma propofol concentrations were stable throughout maintenance of anesthesia in Group MP3, whereas those in Group MP6 increased significantly with increasing duration of maintenance. Conclusions CRIs of medetomidine–propofol reduced the sevoflurane requirement for surgical anesthesia as the propofol dose increased, compared with a CRI of medetomidine alone. Additionally, the two propofol protocols provided good maintenance of cardiovascular function. CRIs of medetomidine (3.0 μg/kg/h) and propofol (3.0 mg/kg/h) resulted in excellent-quality recovery. This protocol could therefore be an especially useful additive to sevoflurane anesthesia in Thoroughbred racehorses undergoing arthroscopic surgery.
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Neudeck S, Kästner SBR, Wittenberg-Voges L, Rohn K, Hopster K. Comparison of desflurane and propofol at equipotent doses in combination with a constant rate infusion of dexmedetomidine on global and peripheral perfusion and oxygenation in horses. Am J Vet Res 2018; 79:487-495. [DOI: 10.2460/ajvr.79.5.487] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Aoki M, Wakuno A, Kushiro A, Mae N, Kakizaki M, Nagata SI, Ohta M. Evaluation of total intravenous anesthesia with propofol-guaifenesin-medetomidine and alfaxalone-guaifenesin-medetomidine in Thoroughbred horses undergoing castration. J Vet Med Sci 2017; 79:2011-2018. [PMID: 29057764 PMCID: PMC5745181 DOI: 10.1292/jvms.16-0658] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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Anesthetic and cardiorespiratory effects of total intravenous anesthesia (TIVA) technique
using propofol-guaifenesin-medetomidine (PGM) and alfaxalone-guaifenesin-medetomidine
(AGM) were preliminarily evaluated in Thoroughbred horses undergoing castration. Twelve
male Thoroughbred horses were assigned randomly into two groups. After premedication with
intravenous (IV) administrations of medetomidine (5.0 µg/kg) and
butorphanol (0.02 mg/kg), anesthesia was induced with guaifenesin (10 mg/kg IV), followed
by either propofol (2.0 mg/kg IV) (group PGM: n=6) or alfaxalone (1.0 mg/kg IV) (group
AGM: n=6). Surgical anesthesia was maintained for 60 min at a constant infusion of either
propofol (3.0 mg/kg/hr) (group PGM) or alfaxalone (1.5 mg/kg/hr) (group AGM), in
combination with guaifenesin (80 mg/kg/hr) and medetomidine (3.0
µg/kg/hr). Responses to surgical stimuli, cardiorespiratory values, and
induction and recovery characteristics were recorded throughout anesthesia. During
anesthesia induction, one horse paddled in group PGM. All horses from group AGM were
maintained at adequate anesthetic depth for castration. In group PGM, 3 horses showed
increased cremaster muscle tension and one showed slight movement requiring additional IV
propofol to maintain surgical anesthesia. No horse exhibited apnea, although arterial
oxygen tension decreased in group AGM to less than 60 mmHg. Recovery quality was good to
excellent in both groups. In conclusion, TIVA using PGM and AGM infusion was available for
60 min anesthesia in Thoroughbred horses. TIVA techniques using PGM and AGM infusion
provided clinically acceptable general anesthesia with mild cardiorespiratory depression.
However, inspired air should be supplemented with oxygen to prevent hypoxemia during
anesthesia.
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- Motoki Aoki
- Racehorse Clinic, Miho Training Center, Japan Racing Association, Ibaraki 300-0493, Japan
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- Racehorse Clinic, Miho Training Center, Japan Racing Association, Ibaraki 300-0493, Japan
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- Racehorse Clinic, Miho Training Center, Japan Racing Association, Ibaraki 300-0493, Japan
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- Racehorse Clinic, Miho Training Center, Japan Racing Association, Ibaraki 300-0493, Japan
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- Racehorse Clinic, Miho Training Center, Japan Racing Association, Ibaraki 300-0493, Japan
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- Racehorse Clinic, Miho Training Center, Japan Racing Association, Ibaraki 300-0493, Japan
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Taylor PM, White KL, Fowden AL, Giussani DA, Bloomfield M, Sear JW. Propofol anaesthesia for surgery in late gestation pony mares. Vet Anaesth Analg 2016; 28:177-187. [PMID: 28404242 DOI: 10.1046/j.1467-2987.2001.00044.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2000] [Accepted: 08/12/2000] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To characterize propofol anaesthesia in pregnant ponies. ANIMALS Fourteen pony mares, at 256 ± 49 days gestation, undergoing abdominal surgery to implant fetal and maternal vascular catheters. MATERIALS AND METHODS Pre-anaesthetic medication with intravenous (IV) acepromazine (20 µg kg-1), butorphanol (20 µg kg-1) and detomidine (10 µg kg-1) was given 30 minutes before induction of anaesthesia with detomidine (10 µg kg-1) and ketamine (2 mg kg-1) IV Maternal arterial blood pressure was recorded (facial artery) throughout anaesthesia. Arterial blood gas values and plasma concentrations of glucose, lactate, cortisol and propofol were measured at 20-minute intervals. Anaesthesia was maintained with propofol infused initially at 200 µg kg-1 minute-1, and at 130-180 µg kg-1 minute-1 after 60 minutes, ventilation was controlled with oxygen and nitrous oxide to maintain PaCO2 between 5.0 and 6.0 kPa (37.6 and 45.1 mm Hg) and PaO2 between 13.3 and 20.0 kPa (100 and 150.4 mm Hg). During anaesthesia flunixin (1 mg kg-1), procaine penicillin (6 IU) and butorphanol 80 µg kg-1 were given. Lactated Ringer's solution was infused at 10 mL kg-1 hour-1. Simultaneous fetal and maternal blood samples were withdrawn at 85-95 minutes. Recovery from anaesthesia was assisted. RESULTS Arterial blood gas values remained within intended limits. Plasma propofol levels stabilized after 20 minutes (range 3.5-9.1 µg kg-1); disposition estimates were clearance 6.13 ± 1.51 L minute-1 (mean ± SD) and volume of distribution 117.1 ± 38.9 L (mean ± SD). Plasma cortisol increased from 193 ± 43 nmol L-1 before anaesthesia to 421 ± 96 nmol L-1 60 minutes after anaesthesia. Surgical conditions were excellent. Fetal umbilical venous pH, PO2 and PCO2 were 7.35 ± 0.04, 6.5 ± 0.5 kPa (49 ± 4 mm Hg) and 6.9 ± 0.5 kPa (52 ± 4 mm Hg); fetal arterial pH, PO2 and PCO2 were 7.29 ± 0.06, 3.3 ± 0.8 kPa (25 ± 6 mm Hg) and 8.7 ± 0.9 kPa (65 ± 7 mm Hg), respectively. Recovery to standing occurred at 46 ± 17 minutes, and was generally smooth. Ponies regained normal behaviour patterns immediately. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE Propofol anaesthesia was smooth with satisfactory cardiovascular function in both mare and fetus; we believe this to be a suitable anaesthetic technique for pregnant ponies.
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- Polly M Taylor
- University of Cambridge, Department of Clinical Veterinary Medicine, Cambridge, UK.
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- University of Cambridge, Department of Clinical Veterinary Medicine, Cambridge, UK
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- University of Cambridge, Physiological Laboratory, Cambridge, UK
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- University of Cambridge, Physiological Laboratory, Cambridge, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Anaesthetics, University of Oxford, UK
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Edner A, Nyman G, Essén-Gustavsson B. The relationship of muscle perfusion and metabolism with cardiovascular variables before and after detomidine injection during propofol-ketamine anaesthesia in horses. Vet Anaesth Analg 2016; 29:182-199. [PMID: 28404362 DOI: 10.1046/j.1467-2995.2002.00101.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/14/2001] [Accepted: 11/02/2001] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To study in horses (1) the relationship between cardiovascular variables and muscle perfusion during propofol-ketamine anaesthesia, (2) the physiological effects of a single intravenous (IV) detomidine injection, (3) the metabolic response of muscle to anaesthesia, and (4) the effects of propofol-ketamine infusion on respiratory function. STUDY DESIGN Prospective experimental study. ANIMALS Seven standardbred trotters, 5-12 years old, 416-581 kg. METHODS Anaesthesia was induced with intravenous (IV) guaifenesin and propofol (2 mg kg-1) and maintained with a continuous IV infusion of propofol (0.15 mg kg-1 minute-1) and ketamine (0.05 mg kg-1 minute-1) with horses positioned in left lateral recumbency. After 1 hour, detomidine (0.01 mg kg-1) was administered IV and 40-50 minutes later anaesthesia was discontinued. Cardiovascular and respiratory variables (heart rate, cardiac output, systemic and pulmonary artery blood pressures, respiratory rate, tidal volume, and inspiratory and expiratory O2 and CO2) and muscle temperature were measured at pre-determined times. Peripheral perfusion was measured continuously in the gluteal muscles and skin using laser Doppler flowmetry (LDF). Muscle biopsy samples from the left and right gluteal muscles were analysed for glycogen, creatine phosphate, creatine, adenine nucleotides, inosine monophosphate and lactate. Arterial blood was analysed for PO2, PCO2, pH, oxygen saturation and HCO3. Mixed venous blood was analysed for PO2, PCO2, pH, oxygen saturation, HCO3, cortisol, lactate, uric acid, hypoxanthine, xanthine, creatine kinase, creatinine, aspartate aminotransferase, electrolytes, total protein, haemoglobin, haematocrit and white blood cell count. RESULTS Circulatory function was preserved during propofol-ketamine anaesthesia. Detomidine caused profound hypertension and bradycardia and decreased cardiac output and muscle perfusion. Ten minutes after detomidine injection muscle perfusion had recovered to pre-injection levels, although heart rate and cardiac output had not. No difference in indices of muscle metabolism was found between dependent and independent muscles. Anaerobic muscle metabolism, indicated by decreased muscle and creatine phosphate levels was evident after anaesthesia. CONCLUSION Muscle perfusion was closely related to cardiac output but not arterial blood pressure. Total intravenous anaesthesia with propofol-ketamine deserves further study despite its respiratory depression effects, as the combination preserves cardiovascular function. Decreases in high-energy phosphate stores during recovery show that muscle is vulnerable after anaesthesia. Continued research is required to clarify the course of muscle metabolic events during recovery.
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- Anna Edner
- Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, Veterinary Faculty, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Box 7018, Uppsala, Sweden.
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- Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, Veterinary Faculty, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Box 7018, Uppsala, Sweden
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- Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, Veterinary Faculty, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Box 7018, Uppsala, Sweden
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Spadavecchia C, Stucki F, Moens Y, Schatzmann U. Anaesthesia in horses using halothane and intravenous ketamine-guaiphenesin: a clinical study. Vet Anaesth Analg 2016; 29:20-28. [PMID: 28404265 DOI: 10.1046/j.1467-2987.2001.00060.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/09/2000] [Accepted: 04/04/2001] [Indexed: 12/15/2022]
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OBJECTIVE The aim of this study was to define and evaluate a combined inhalation-intravenous anaesthetic protocol for use in equine anaesthesia. STUDY DESIGN Prospective, randomized clinical trial. ANIMALS Twenty-eight horses (body mass 522 ± 82; 330-700 kg [mean ± SD; range]) with a mean age of 6 ± 4 years (range: 2-18 years) presented to the university hospital for various surgical procedures requiring general anaesthesia. MATERIALS AND METHODS Animals were randomly allocated to one of two treatment groups. Anaesthesia was maintained in 14 horses with halothane alone (H group). The mean end-tidal halothane concentration was 1.24%. In the second group (n = 14) anaesthesia was maintained with both halothane (end-tidal concentration 0.61%) and a continuous infusion of a ketamine-guaiphenesin mixture (HKG group). The two techniques were compared in terms of qualitative differences and cardiopulmonary effects. RESULTS The stability of anaesthesia was significantly greater in group HKG and the need for dobutamine to maintain blood pressure was significantly less. Recovery times and quality were acceptable in all cases. There were no significant differences between the groups. CONCLUSIONS The infusion of ketamine and guaiphenesin in horses receiving low inspired concentrations of halothane provides suitable surgical anaesthesia and lowers the risk of hypotension. CLINICAL RELEVANCE The anaesthetic technique described in this study is a useful and practical alternative to inhalation anaesthesia using halothane alone.
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- Claudia Spadavecchia
- Department of Veterinary Clinical Studies, Anaesthesiology Section, University of Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Veterinary Clinical Studies, Anaesthesiology Section, University of Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Veterinary Clinical Studies, Anaesthesiology Section, University of Bern, Switzerland
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- Department of Veterinary Clinical Studies, Anaesthesiology Section, University of Bern, Switzerland
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Clinical and pharmacokinetic evaluation of S-ketamine for intravenous general anaesthesia in horses undergoing field castration. Acta Vet Scand 2015; 57:21. [PMID: 25935721 PMCID: PMC4432908 DOI: 10.1186/s13028-015-0112-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/17/2014] [Accepted: 04/20/2015] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND Intravenous anaesthetic drugs are the primary means for producing general anaesthesia in equine practice. The ideal drug for intravenous anaesthesia has high reliability and pharmacokinetic properties indicating short elimination and lack of accumulation when administered for prolonged periods. Induction of general anaesthesia with racemic ketamine preceded by profound sedation has already an established place in the equine field anaesthesia. Due to potential advantages over racemic ketamine, S-ketamine has been employed in horses to induce general anaesthesia, but its optimal dose remains under investigation. The objective of this study was to evaluate whether 2.5 mg/kg S-ketamine could be used as a single intravenous bolus to provide short-term surgical anaesthesia in colts undergoing surgical castration, and to report its pharmacokinetic profile. RESULTS After premedication with romifidine and L-methadone, the combination of S-ketamine and diazepam allowed reaching surgical anaesthesia in the 28 colts. Induction of anaesthesia as well as recovery were good to excellent in the majority (n = 22 and 24, respectively) of the colts. Seven horses required additional administration of S-ketamine to prolong the duration of surgical anaesthesia. Redosing did not compromise recovery quality. Plasma concentration of S-ketamine decreased rapidly after administration, following a two-compartmental model, leading to the hypothesis of a consistent unchanged elimination of the parent compound into the urine beside its conversion to S-norketamine. The observed plasma concentrations of S-ketamine at the time of first movement were various and did not support the definition of a clear cut-off value to predict the termination of the drug effect. CONCLUSIONS The administration of 2.5 mg/kg IV S-ketamine after adequate premedication provided good quality of induction and recovery and a duration of action similar to what has been reported for racemic ketamine at the dose of 2.2 mg/kg. Until further investigations will be provided, close monitoring to adapt drug delivery is mandatory, particularly once the first 10 minutes after injection are elapsed. Taking into account rapid elimination of S-ketamine, significant inter-individual variability and rapid loss of effect over a narrow range of concentrations a sudden return of consciousness has to be foreseen.
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Valente ACS, Brosnan RJ, Guedes AGP. Desflurane and sevoflurane elimination kinetics and recovery quality in horses. Am J Vet Res 2015; 76:201-7. [DOI: 10.2460/ajvr.76.3.201] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Umar MA, Fukui S, Kawase K, Itami T, Yamashita K. Cardiovascular effects of total intravenous anesthesia using ketamine-medetomidine-propofol (KMP-TIVA) in horses undergoing surgery. J Vet Med Sci 2014; 77:281-8. [PMID: 25409552 PMCID: PMC4383773 DOI: 10.1292/jvms.14-0370] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Cardiovascular effects of total intravenous anesthesia using ketamine-medetomidine-propofol drug combination (KMP-TIVA) were determined in 5 Thoroughbred horses undergoing surgery. The horses were anesthetized with intravenous administration (IV) of ketamine (2.5 mg/kg) and midazolam (0.04 mg/kg) following premedication with medetomidne (5 µg/kg, IV) and artificially ventilated. Surgical anesthesia was maintained by controlling propofol infusion rate (initially 0.20 mg/kg/min following an IV loading dose of 0.5 mg/kg) and constant rate infusions of ketamine (1 mg/kg/hr) and medetomidine (1.25 µg/kg/hr). The horses were anesthetized for 175 ± 14 min (range from 160 to 197 min). Propofol infusion rates ranged from 0.13 to 0.17 mg/kg/min, and plasma concentration (Cpl) of propofol ranged from 11.4 to 13.3 µg/ml during surgery. Cardiovascular measurements during surgery remained within clinically acceptable ranges in the horses (heart rate: 33 to 37 beats/min, mean arterial blood pressure: 111 to 119 mmHg, cardiac index: 48 to 53 ml/kg/min, stroke volume: 650 to 800 ml/beat and systemic vascular resistance: 311 to 398 dynes/sec/cm(5)). The propofol Cpl declined rapidly after the cessation of propofol infusion and was significantly lower at 10 min (4.5 ± 1.5 µg/ml), extubation (4.0 ± 1.2 µg/ml) and standing (2.4 ± 0.9 µg/ml) compared with the Cpl at the end of propofol administration (11.4 ± 2.7 µg/ml). All the horses recovered uneventfully and stood at 74 ± 28 min after the cessation of anesthesia. KMP-TIVA provided satisfactory quality and control of anesthesia with minimum cardiovascular depression in horses undergoing surgery.
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- Mohammed Ahmed Umar
- Department of Veterinary Surgery and Theriogenology, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University of Maiduguri, Maiduguri, Borno State, Nigeria
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Villalba M, Santiago I, Gómez de Segura IA. Effects of a constant rate infusion of medetomidine-propofol on isoflurane minimum alveolar concentrations in horses. Vet J 2014; 202:329-33. [PMID: 25239299 DOI: 10.1016/j.tvjl.2014.08.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/15/2013] [Revised: 08/07/2014] [Accepted: 08/09/2014] [Indexed: 10/24/2022]
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The aim of this investigation was to determine the isoflurane-sparing effect and impact on arterial blood pressure and anaesthetic recovery of a constant rate infusion of medetomidine-propofol in horses. In a prospective, crossover, randomised study, six healthy horses (mean ± SD age, 13.7 ± 7.7 years; weight, 433 ± 51 kg) were anaesthetised twice with isoflurane and were randomly assigned to receive one of two treatments on each occasion, at least 2 weeks apart. The first treatment was saline (CTL group) and the second a medetomidine-propofol infusion (MP group; 1.25 µg/kg/h medetomidine and 3 mg/kg/h propofol). The isoflurane minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) was determined and the reduction in anaesthetic requirements was calculated. Cardiopulmonary data were recorded at different intervals during the procedure and anaesthetic recovery was blindly assessed using three independent scales. The MAC in the MP group (0.43 ± 0.08%) was 65% lower than in the CTL group (1.23 ± 0.10%). The MP group had a higher mean arterial blood pressure and required less dobutamine than the CTL group. The recovery quality in both groups was considered fair or good and an improvement was observed using the Donaldson scale in the MP group. The administration of a medetomidine-propofol constant rate infusion reduced anaesthetic isoflurane requirements to a clinically significant extent and improved stability of arterial blood pressure together with a good quality recovery. This regime could be useful for providing balanced anaesthesia in horses.
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- María Villalba
- Department of Animal Medicine and Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University Complutense, Avda. Puerta de Hierro s/n 28040, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Animal Medicine and Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University Complutense, Avda. Puerta de Hierro s/n 28040, Madrid, Spain
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- Department of Animal Medicine and Surgery, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, University Complutense, Avda. Puerta de Hierro s/n 28040, Madrid, Spain.
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Duke-Novakovski T, Palacios-Jimenez C, Wetzel T, Rymes L, Sanchez-Teran AF. Cardiopulmonary effects of dexmedetomidine and ketamine infusions with either propofol infusion or isoflurane for anesthesia in horses. Vet Anaesth Analg 2014; 42:39-49. [PMID: 24984762 DOI: 10.1111/vaa.12194] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/29/2013] [Accepted: 03/17/2014] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To examine the cardiopulmonary effects of two anesthetic protocols for dorsally recumbent horses undergoing carpal arthroscopy. STUDY DESIGN Prospective, randomized, crossover study. ANIMALS Six horses weighing 488.3 ± 29.1 kg. METHODS Horses were sedated with intravenous (IV) xylazine and pulmonary artery balloon and right atrial catheters inserted. More xylazine was administered prior to anesthetic induction with ketamine and propofol IV. Anesthesia was maintained for 60 minutes (or until surgery was complete) using either propofol IV infusion or isoflurane to effect. All horses were administered dexmedetomidine and ketamine infusions IV, and IV butorphanol. The endotracheal tube was attached to a large animal circle system and the lungs were ventilated with oxygen to maintain end-tidal CO2 40 ± 5 mmHg. Measurements of cardiac output, heart rate, pulmonary arterial and right atrial pressures, and body temperature were made under xylazine sedation. These, arterial and venous blood gas analyses were repeated 10, 30 and 60 minutes after induction. Systemic arterial blood pressures, expired and inspired gas concentrations were measured at 10, 20, 30, 40, 50 and 60 minutes after induction. Horses were recovered from anesthesia with IV romifidine. Times to extubation, sternal recumbency and standing were recorded. Data were analyzed using one and two-way anovas for repeated measures and paired t-tests. Significance was taken at p ≤ 0.05. RESULTS Pulmonary arterial and right atrial pressures, and body temperature decreased from pre-induction values in both groups. PaO2 and arterial pH were lower in propofol-anesthetized horses compared to isoflurane-anesthetized horses. The lowest PaO2 values (70-80 mmHg) occurred 10 minutes after induction in two propofol-anesthetized horses. Cardiac output decreased in isoflurane-anesthetized horses 10 minutes after induction. End-tidal isoflurane concentration ranged 0.5%-1.3%. CONCLUSION AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE Both anesthetic protocols were suitable for arthroscopy. Administration of oxygen and ability to ventilate lungs is necessary for propofol-based anesthesia.
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- Tanya Duke-Novakovski
- Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, Western College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, SK, Canada
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Molinaro Coelho CM, Duque Moreno JC, Goulart DDS, Caetano LB, Soares LK, Coutinho GH, Alves GE, da Silva LAF. Evaluation of cardiorespiratory and biochemical effects of ketamine-propofol and guaifenesin-ketamine-xylazine anesthesia in donkeys (Equus asinus). Vet Anaesth Analg 2014; 41:602-12. [PMID: 24961870 DOI: 10.1111/vaa.12130] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/05/2011] [Accepted: 07/26/2012] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To evaluate the cardiorespiratory and biochemical effects of ketamine-propofol (KP) or guaifenesin-ketamine-xylazine (GKX) anesthesia in donkeys. STUDY DESIGN Prospective crossover trial. ANIMALS Eight healthy, standard donkeys, aged 10 ± 5 years and weighing 153 ± 23 kg. METHODS Donkeys were premedicated with 1.0 mg kg(-1) of xylazine (IV) in both treatments. Eight donkeys were administered ketamine (1.5 mg kg(-1)) and propofol (0.5 mg kg(-1) for induction, and anesthesia was maintained by constant rate infusion (CRI) of ketamine (0.05 mg kg(-1) minute(-1)) and propofol (0.15 mg kg(-1) minute(-1)) in the KP treatment. After 10 days, diazepam (0.05 mg kg(-1)) and ketamine (2.2 mg kg(-1)) were administered for induction, and anesthesia was maintained by a CRI (2.0 mL kg(-1) hour(-1)) of ketamine (2.0 mg mL(-1), xylazine (0.5 mg mL(-1)) and guaifenesin (50 mg mL(-1)) solution. Quality of anesthesia was assessed along with cardiorespiratory and biochemical measurements. RESULTS Anesthetic induction took longer in GKX than in KP. The induction was considered good in 7/8 with KP and in 6/8 in GKX. Anesthetic recovery was classified as good in 7/8 animals in both treatments. Xylazine administration decreased heart rate (HR) in both treatments, but in KP the HR increased and was higher than GKX throughout the anesthetic period. Respiratory rate was higher in GKX than in KP. PaO(2) decreased significantly in both groups during the anesthetic period. Glucose concentrations [GLU] increased and rectal temperature and PCV decreased in both treatments. Arterial lactate [LAC] increased at recovery compared with all time points in KP. [GLU] and calcium were higher in GKX than in KP at recovery. CONCLUSION AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE These protocols induced significant hypoxemia but no other cardiorespiratory or metabolic changes. These protocols could be used to maintain anesthesia in donkeys, however, they were not tested in animals undergoing surgery.
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- Cássia M Molinaro Coelho
- Faculdade de Ciências Agrárias e Veterinárias, Universidade Estadual Paulista (UNESP), Jaboticabal, Brazil
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Posner LP, Kasten JI, Kata C. Propofol with ketamine following sedation with xylazine for routine induction of general anaesthesia in horses. Vet Rec 2013; 173:550. [DOI: 10.1136/vr.101906] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022]
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- L. P. Posner
- Department of Molecular and Biomedical Sciences; North Carolina State University; Raleigh NC 27607 USA
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- Department of Molecular and Biomedical Sciences; North Carolina State University; Raleigh NC 27607 USA
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- Department of Molecular and Biomedical Sciences; North Carolina State University; Raleigh NC 27607 USA
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Hopster K, Müller C, Hopster-Iversen C, Stahl J, Rohn K, Kästner S. Effects of dexmedetomidine and xylazine on cardiovascular function during total intravenous anaesthesia with midazolam and ketamine and recovery quality and duration in horses. Vet Anaesth Analg 2013; 41:25-35. [PMID: 24127757 DOI: 10.1111/vaa.12095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/03/2013] [Accepted: 02/20/2013] [Indexed: 12/25/2022]
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OBJECTIVES To compare cardiovascular effects and recovery quality and duration of total intravenous anaesthesia (TIVA) with xylazine-ketamine-midazolam or dexmedetomidine-ketamine-midazolam. STUDY DESIGN Prospective, randomized experimental cross-over trial. ANIMALS Eight adult warmblood horses. METHODS After sedation with acepromazine and either xylazine [0.5 mg kg(-1) , intravenously (IV)] or dexmedetomidine (3.5 μg kg(-1) IV) anaesthesia was induced with ketamine and midazolam and maintained with a constant rate infusion (CRI) of xylazine (1 mg kg(-1) hour(-1) ) [XKM] or dexmedetomidine (7 μg kg(-1) hour(-1) ) [DKM] in combination with midazolam (0.1 mg kg(-1) hour(-1) ), and ketamine infusion (initially 3 mg kg(-1) hour(-1) ) for 120 minutes. Ketamine infusion rate was increased in response to positive reactions to electrical nociceptive stimulation performed every 30 minutes. Heart rate (HR), mean arterial blood pressure (MAP) and cardiac output (Q˙t) were measured before treatment (baseline), after sedation (not Q˙t), and during anaesthesia. Xylazine, dexmedetomidine, midazolam and ketamine kinetics were calculated, from plasma drug concentrations. Twenty minutes after end of TIVA, flumazenil (0.01 mg kg(-1) IV) was administered. Recovery quality and duration were assessed. Two-way analysis of variance with repeated measurements or Wilcoxon signed rank test as relevant were used to analyse data with an alpha of 5%. RESULTS Compared to baseline, MAP did not change, while similar, but limited, decreases in HR and Q˙t were observed in both TIVA's. Mean ketamine doses of 3.7 mg kg(-1) hour(-1) were required with both treatments. Plasma concentrations of dexmedetomidine and xylazine showed high intra- and inter-individual changes with elimination half-lifes of 46 ± 7 minutes and 64 ± 13 minutes, respectively. Recovery quality was good to excellent with mean duration of 37 ± 16 and 46 ± 21 minutes after stopping TIVA with XKM and DKM, respectively. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE Both drug combinations are suitable to maintain anaesthesia for two hours, with good cardiovascular and good to excellent recovery conditions.
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- Klaus Hopster
- Equine Clinic, University of Veterinary Medicine Hanover, Foundation, Hanover, Germany
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Ravasio G, Gallo M, Beccaglia M, Comazzi S, Gelain ME, Fonda D, Bronzo V, Zonca A. Evaluation of a ketamine-propofol drug combination with or without dexmedetomidine for intravenous anesthesia in cats undergoing ovariectomy. J Am Vet Med Assoc 2013; 241:1307-13. [PMID: 23113522 DOI: 10.2460/javma.241.10.1307] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the use of a ketamine-propofol combination, with or without dexmedetomidine, in cats undergoing ovariectomy and to assess Heinz body formation following administration of these drugs. DESIGN Randomized clinical trial. ANIMALS 15 client-owned female cats. PROCEDURES Anesthesia was induced with a ketamine (2.0 mg/kg [0.91 mg/lb])-propofol (2.0 mg/kg) combination with (n = 7) or without (8) dexmedetomidine (0.003 mg/kg [0.0013 mg/lb]) and was maintained via continuous IV infusion of a 1:1 ketamine-propofol combination (administration rate for each drug, 10.0 mg/kg/h [4.54 mg/lb/h]). Cats underwent ovariectomy; duration of infusion was 25 minutes. Physiologic variables were measured at predetermined time points. Heinz bodies were quantified via examination of blood smears. Numeric scales were used to assess quality of recovery, degree of sedation, and signs of pain after surgery. RESULTS The ketamine-propofol group had a significantly higher mean heart rate at several time points during drug infusion, a significantly shorter time from the end of infusion to extubation (7 vs 29 minutes), and significantly lower sedation scores for the first hour after surgery than did the ketamine-propofol-dexmedetomidine group. Other variables were similar between groups; recovery was smooth, and anesthesia and postoperative analgesia were deemed adequate for all cats. The number of RBCs with Heinz bodies was not increased after surgery, compared with values immediately after anesthetic induction. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE Total IV anesthesia with a ketamine-propofol combination, with or without dexmedetomidine, appeared to be effective in healthy cats. These short-term infusions produced smooth recovery and adequate analgesia during the postoperative period.
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- Giuliano Ravasio
- Department of Veterinary Sciences and Public Health, Università degli Studi di Milano, 20133 Milan, Italy
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Sori F, Romagnoli N, Ferrara D, Zaghini A, Roncada P. Plasma and Red Blood Cells Concentration Profiles of Ktamine after Single Intravenous Administration in an Anaesthetic Protocol in Horses. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2013. [DOI: 10.4236/ojvm.2013.32022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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de Vries A, Taylor PM, Troughton G, Liu B, Fowden AL, Sear JW. Real time monitoring of propofol blood concentration in ponies anaesthetized with propofol and ketamine. J Vet Pharmacol Ther 2012; 36:258-66. [PMID: 22774843 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2885.2012.01422.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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This study examined the pharmacokinetics of propofol by infusion in ponies using an analyser for the rapid measurement of propofol concentrations. The analyser (Pelorus 1000; Sphere Medical Ltd., Cambridge, UK) has a measurement cycle of approximately five minutes. Ten Welsh-cross ponies (weighing 135-300 kg) undergoing minor procedures were studied after premedication with acepromazine 0.03 mg/kg and detomidine 0.015 mg/kg. Anaesthesia was induced with ketamine 2 mg/kg and diazepam 0.03 mg/kg, and maintained with an infusion of propofol at an initial rate of 0.16 mg/kg/min for the first thirty minutes, after a bolus of 0.3 mg/kg; and ketamine by infusion (20-40 μg/kg/min). Blood samples (<2 mL) were collected prior to, during and after the infusion, and on assuming standing position. Anaesthesia was uneventful; with the duration of infusion 31-89 min. Blood propofol concentrations during the infusion ranged between 1.52 and 7.65 μg/mL; pseudo-steady state concentrations 3.64-6.78 μg/mL, and concentrations on assuming standing position 0.75-1.40 μg/mL. Propofol clearance and volume of distribution were 31.4 (SD 6.1) mL/min/kg and 220.7 (132.0) mL/kg, respectively. The propofol analyser allows titration of propofol to a given concentration; and may be useful for anaesthesia in animals where kinetics are unknown; in disease states; and where intercurrent therapies affect propofol disposition.
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Thakur BPS, Sharma SK, Sharma A, Kumar A. Clinical evaluation of detomidine-butorphanol-guaifenesin-ketamine as short term TIVA in Spiti ponies. Pak J Biol Sci 2012; 14:647-52. [PMID: 22235506 DOI: 10.3923/pjbs.2011.647.652] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/15/2022]
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Veterinarians working under remote field conditions are routinely presented with variety of surgical interventions in equines like castrations, management of wound, traumatic and congenital hernias and musculoskeletal disorders thus necessitating the use of general anaesthesia for management of these conditions. The present study was carried out to evaluate and recommend the suitable short term anaesthetic technique for Spiti ponies under field conditions. Seven clinically healthy male Spiti ponies presented for castration were evaluated for short term Total Intravenous Anaesthesia (TIVA) using detomidine (0.02 mg kg(-1)), butorphanol (0.01 mg kg(-1)), 5% guaifenesin (20 mg kg(-1)) and ketamine (2.0 mg kg(-1)). The studies conducted were open label trials and all the animals received same treatment. After proper tetanus prophylaxis and preanesthetic fasting, detomidine was administered intravenously. Subsequently at head down position the animals received butorphanol intravenously. Thereafter, guaifenesin was administered intravenously. As soon as the signs of ataxia developed, the induction of surgical anaesthesia was achieved by intravenous administration of ketamine hydrochloride. The onset of sedation was observed in 2.43 +/- 0.53 min following detomidine administration and the animals were ataxic in 1.43 +/- 0.43 min after butorphanol and guaifenesin administration when ketamine was injected. The ponies were in surgical plane of anaesthesia within 2.28 +/- 0.42 min following ketamine administration. During recovery the limb/head movement and sternal recumbency were attained in 18.71 +/- 1.98 and 26.14 +/- 1.62 min, respectively whereas standing ataxia and normal gait were seen at 29.42 +/- 3.21 and 71.14 +/- 4.74 min, respectively. There was excellent to good muscle relaxation. The surgical anaesthesia remained for 22.57 +/- 1.48 min. The recovery was smooth. Moderate to good suppression of palpebral and corneal reflexes were observed immediately after induction and during anaesthesia. The analgesia was excellent. A highly significant (p < 0.01) to significant (p < 0.05) decrease in respiration rate was observed after induction, during anaesthesia and after recovery. The mean SpO2 value in equines of this group was 76.50 +/- 4.14 and 83.33 +/- 4.18% after induction and during anaesthesia, respectively. Some of the blood biochemical parameters like plasma alanine amino transferase (ALT), total proteins and glucose showed significant increase without clinical consequence. It was concluded that detomidine (0.02 mg kg(-1)), butorphanol (0.01 mg kg(-1)), guaifenesin 5% (20 mg kg(-1)) and ketamine (2.0 mg kg(-1)) combination can safely be used for short term total intravenous anaesthesia in equines under field conditions where the monitoring facilities are meager.
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- B P S Thakur
- Department of Surgery and Radiology, DGCN College of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, CSK Himachal Pradesh Agriculture University, Palampur (HP) 176 062, India
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Zonca A, Ravasio G, Gallo M, Montesissa C, Carli S, Villa R, Cagnardi P. Pharmacokinetics of ketamine and propofol combination administered as ketofol via continuous infusion in cats. J Vet Pharmacol Ther 2012; 35:580-7. [PMID: 22283551 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2885.2012.01377.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/30/2022]
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The pharmacokinetics of the extemporaneous combination of low doses of ketamine and propofol, known as 'ketofol', frequently used for emergency procedures in humans to achieve safe sedation and analgesia was studied in cats. The study was performed to assess propofol, ketamine and norketamine kinetics in six female cats that received ketamine and propofol (1:1 ratio) as a loading dose (2 mg/kg each, IV) followed by a continuous infusion (10 mg/kg/h each, IV, 25 min of length). Blood samples were collected during the infusion period and up to 24 h afterwards. Drug quantification was achieved by HPLC analysis using UV-visible detection for ketamine and fluorimetric detection for propofol. The pharmacokinetic parameters were deduced by a two-compartment bolus plus infusion model for propofol and ketamine and a monocompartmental model for norketamine. Additional data were derived by a noncompartmental analysis. Propofol and ketamine were quantifiable in most animals until 24 and 8 h after the end of infusion, respectively. Propofol showed a long elimination half-life (t(1/2λ2) 7.55 ± 9.86 h), whereas ketamine was characterized by shorter half-life (t(1/2λ2) 4 ± 3.4 h) owing to its rapid biotransformation into norketamine. The clinical significance of propofol's long elimination half-life and low clearance is negligible when the drug is administered as short-term and low-dosage infusion. The concurrent administration of ketamine and propofol in cats did not produce adverse effects although it was not possible to exclude interference in the metabolism.
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- A Zonca
- Department of Veterinary Science and Technologies for Food Safety, Università degli Studi di Milano, Milan, Italy.
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Dzikiti BT, Stegmann FG, Cromarty D, Dzikiti LN, Hellebrekers LJ. Effects of propofol on isoflurane minimum alveolar concentration and cardiovascular function in mechanically ventilated goats. Vet Anaesth Analg 2011; 38:44-53. [PMID: 21214709 DOI: 10.1111/j.1467-2995.2010.00585.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the effects of propofol, on isoflurane minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) and cardiovascular function in mechanically ventilated goats. STUDY DESIGN Prospective, randomized, crossover experimental study. ANIMALS Six goats, three does and three wethers. METHODS General anaesthesia was induced with isoflurane in oxygen. Following endotracheal intubation, anaesthesia was maintained with isoflurane in oxygen. Intermittent positive pressure ventilation was applied. Baseline isoflurane MAC was determined, the noxious stimulus used being clamping a claw. The goats then received, on separate occasions, three propofol treatments intravenously: bolus of 0.5 mg kg(-1) followed by a constant rate infusion (CRI) of 0.05 mg kg(-1) minute(-1) (treatment LPROP); bolus of 1.0 mg kg(-1) followed by a CRI of 0.1 mg kg(-1) minute(-1) (treatment MPROP), bolus of 2.0 mg kg(-1) followed by a CRI of 0.2 mg kg(-1) minute(-1) (treatment HPROP). Isoflurane MAC was re-determined following propofol treatments. Plasma propofol concentrations at the time of MAC confirmation were measured. Cardiopulmonary parameters were monitored throughout the anaesthetic period. Quality of recovery was scored. The Friedman test was used to test for differences between isoflurane MACs. Medians of repeatedly measured cardiovascular parameters were tested for differences between and within treatments using repeated anova by ranks (p<0.05 for statistical significance). RESULTS Isoflurane MAC [median (interquartile range)] was 1.37 (1.36-1.37) vol%. Propofol CRI significantly reduced the isoflurane MAC, to 1.15 (1.08-1.15), 0.90 (0.87-0.93) and 0.55 (0.49-0.58) vol% following LPROP, MPROP and HPROP treatment, respectively. Increasing plasma propofol concentrations strongly correlated (Spearman rank correlation) with decrease in MAC (Rho=0.91). Cardiovascular function was not affected significantly by propofol treatment. Quality of recovery was satisfactory. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE In goats, propofol reduces isoflurane MAC in a dose-dependent manner with minimal cardiovascular effects.
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- Brighton T Dzikiti
- Department of Companion Animal Clinical Studies, University of Pretoria, Onderstepoort, South Africa.
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Rezende ML, Boscan P, Stanley SD, Mama KR, Steffey EP. Evaluation of cardiovascular, respiratory and biochemical effects, and anesthetic induction and recovery behavior in horses anesthetized with a 5% micellar microemulsion propofol formulation. Vet Anaesth Analg 2010; 37:440-50. [PMID: 20712611 DOI: 10.1111/j.1467-2995.2010.00558.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To characterize cardiovascular, respiratory and biochemical effects and recovery behavior associated with a 3-hour continuous infusion of a micellar microemulsion propofol formulation in horses. STUDY DESIGN Prospective experimental trial. ANIMALS Six healthy adult horses, 9 +/- 2 years old and weighing 557 +/- 14 kg. METHODS All horses received xylazine (1 mg kg(-1), IV) 5 minutes prior to anesthetic induction. Each horse was anesthetized on two occasions with a 5% micellar microemulsion propofol formulation (2 mg kg(-1), IV); first as a single bolus (phase I) and then as a 3-hour continuous infusion (phase II). Propofol pharmacokinetics were obtained from phase I and used to determine the starting infusion rates in phase II. Anesthetic induction and recovery characteristics were quantitatively and qualitatively assessed. Cardiovascular, respiratory and biochemical parameters were monitored during anesthesia and recovery. RESULTS Induction quality varied, ranging from good to poor. Standing and overall recovery quality scores were consistently excellent in phase I but more variability was observed among horses in phase II. Heart rate (HR) and mean arterial pressure (MAP) were adequately maintained but marked hypoventilation developed. There were only minimal changes in blood biochemical analytes following anesthesia. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE The micellar microemulsion propofol formulation, administered as a 3-hour continuous infusion, showed similar results compared to those previously described with a commercially available propofol preparation. However, based on present findings, use of propofol as a primary anesthetic in horses for prolonged periods of anesthesia requires further study to determine the limits of safety and clinical applicability.
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- Marlis L Rezende
- Department of Surgical & Radiological Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, CA, USA.
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YAMASHITA K, AKASHI N, KATAYAMA Y, UCHIDA Y, UMAR MA, ITAMI T, INOUE H, SAMS RA, MUIR WW. Evaluation of bispectral index (BIS) as an indicator of central nervous system depression in horses anesthetized with propofol. J Vet Med Sci 2010; 71:1465-71. [PMID: 19959897 DOI: 10.1292/jvms.001465] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The bispectral index (BIS) was evaluated as an indicator of central nervous system (CNS) depression in horses anesthetized with propofol. Five non-premedicated horses were anesthetized with 7 mg/kg, IV propofol and the minimum infusion rate (MIR) of propofol required to maintain anesthesia was determined during intermittent positive pressure ventilation in each horse. The BIS was determined 20 min later and after stabilization at 2.0 MIR, 1.5 MIR, and 1.0 MIR. The BIS was also recorded after the cessation of propofol infusion when the horses regained spontaneous breathing and swallowing reflex. The MIR and plasma concentration (Cp) of propofol were 0.20 +/- 0.03 mg/kg/min and 17.5 +/- 4.0 microg/ml, respectively. The BIS value and Cp were 59 +/- 13 and 26.7 +/- 8.6 microg/ml at 2.0 MIR, 63 +/- 9 and 22.9 +/- 9.7 microg/ml at 1.5 MIR, 64 +/- 13 and 20.1 +/- 5.9 microg/ml at 1.0 MIR, 64 +/- 24 and 13.0 +/- 2.8 microg/ml at return of spontaneous breathing, and 91 +/- 4 and 11.0 +/- 3.4 microg/ml when the swallowing reflex returned, respectively. The BIS value was significantly less in anesthetized horses compared to horses once swallowing returned (p=0.025). The BIS value was significantly correlated with the propofol Cp (r=-0.625, p=0.001). There was not a significant difference in the BIS values during the MIR multiples of propofol. The BIS was a useful indicator of awakening but did not indicate the degree of CNS depression during propofol-anesthesia in horses.
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- Kazuto YAMASHITA
- Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, Faculty of Environment Systems, Rakuno Gakuen University, Ebetsu, Hokkaido, Japan
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Anaesthetic and cardiorespiratory effects of propofol at 10% for induction and 1% for maintenance of anaesthesia in horses. Equine Vet J 2010; 41:578-85. [DOI: 10.2746/042516409x407620] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Larenza MP, Peterbauer C, Landoni MF, Levionnois OL, Schatzmann U, Spadavecchia C, Thormann W. Stereoselective pharmacokinetics of ketamine and norketamine after constant rate infusion of a subanesthetic dose of racemic ketamine or S-ketamine in Shetland ponies. Am J Vet Res 2009; 70:831-9. [PMID: 19566468 DOI: 10.2460/ajvr.70.7.831] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate pharmacokinetics of ketamine and norketamine enantiomers after constant rate infusion (CRI) of a subanesthetic dose of racemic ketamine or S-ketamine in ponies. ANIMALS Five 6-year-old Shetland pony geldings that weighed between 101 and 152 kg. PROCEDURES In a crossover study, each pony received a CRI of racemic ketamine (loading dose, 0.6 mg/kg; CRI, 0.02 mg/kg/min) and S-ketamine (loading dose, 0.3 mg/kg; CRI, 0.01 mg/kg/min), with a 1-month interval between treatments. Arterial blood samples were collected before and at 5, 15, 30, 45, and 60 minutes during drug administration and at 5, 10, 30, and 60 minutes after discontinuing the CRI. Plasma ketamine and norketamine enantiomers were quantified by use of capillary electrophoresis. Individual R-ketamine and S-ketamine concentration-versus-time curves were analyzed by use of a monocompartmental model. Plasma disposition curves for R-norketamine and S-norketamine were described by estimating the area under the concentration-versus-time curve (AUC), maximum concentration (Cmax), and time until Cmax. RESULTS Plasma concentrations of S-ketamine decreased and biodegradation products increased more rapidly after S-ketamine CRI, compared with results after racemic ketamine CRI. The R-norketamine was eliminated faster than was the S-norketamine. Significant differences between treatments were found for the AUC of S-ketamine and within the racemic ketamine CRI for the AUC and Cmax of norketamine isomers. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE CRI of S-ketamine may be preferable over CRI of racemic ketamine in standing equids because the S-enantiomer was eliminated faster when infused alone instead of as part of a racemic mixture.
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- M Paula Larenza
- Anesthesiology Section, Department of Clinical Veterinary Medicine, Vetsuisse Faculty, University of Bern, Bern CH-3001, Switzerland
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Umar MA, Yamashita K, Kushiro T, Muir WW. Evaluation of cardiovascular effects of total intravenous anesthesia with propofol or a combination of ketamine-medetomidine-propofol in horses. Am J Vet Res 2007; 68:121-7. [PMID: 17269875 DOI: 10.2460/ajvr.68.2.121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the cardiovascular effects of total IV anesthesia with propofol (P-TIVA) or ketamine-medetomidine-propofol (KMP-TIVA) in horses. ANIMALS 5 Thoroughbreds. PROCEDURES Horses were anesthetized twice for 4 hours, once with P-TIVA and once with KMP-TIVA. Horses were medicated with medetomidine (0.005 mg/kg, IV) and anesthetized with ketamine (2.5 mg/kg, IV) and midazolam (0.04 mg/kg, IV). After receiving a loading dose of propofol (0.5 mg/kg, IV), anesthesia was maintained with a constant rate infusion of propofol (0.22 mg/kg/min) for P-TIVA or with a constant rate infusion of propofol (0.14 mg/kg/min), ketamine (1 mg/kg/h), and medetomidine (0.00125 mg/kg/h) for KMP-TIVA. Ventilation was artificially controlled throughout anesthesia. Cardiovascular measurements were determined before medication and every 30 minutes during anesthesia, and recovery from anesthesia was scored. RESULTS Cardiovascular function was maintained within acceptable limits during P-TIVA and KMP-TIVA. Heart rate ranged from 30 to 40 beats/min, and mean arterial blood pressure was > 90 mm Hg in all horses during anesthesia. Heart rate was lower in horses anesthetized with KMP-TIVA, compared with P-TIVA. Cardiac index decreased significantly, reaching minimum values (65% of baseline values) at 90 minutes during KMP-TIVA, whereas cardiac index was maintained between 80% and 90% of baseline values during P-TIVA. Stroke volume and systemic vascular resistance were similarly maintained during both methods of anesthesia. With P-TIVA, some spontaneous limb movements occurred, whereas with KMP-TIVA, no movements were observed. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE Cardiovascular measurements remained within acceptable values in artificially ventilated horses during P-TIVA or KMP-TIVA. Decreased cardiac output associated with KMP-TIVA was primarily the result of decreases in heart rate.
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- Mohammed A Umar
- Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, Rakuno Gakuen University, Ebetsu, Hokkaido 069-8501, Japan
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Larenza MP, Landoni MF, Levionnois OL, Knobloch M, Kronen PW, Theurillat R, Schatzmann U, Thormann W. Stereoselective pharmacokinetics of ketamine and norketamine after racemic ketamine or S-ketamine administration during isoflurane anaesthesia in Shetland ponies. Br J Anaesth 2007; 98:204-12. [PMID: 17218377 DOI: 10.1093/bja/ael336] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND The arterial pharmacokinetics of ketamine and norketamine enantiomers after racemic ketamine or S-ketamine i.v. administration were evaluated in seven gelding ponies in a crossover study (2-month interval). METHODS Anaesthesia was induced with isoflurane in oxygen via a face-mask and then maintained at each pony's individual MAC. Racemic ketamine (2.2 mg kg(-1)) or S-ketamine (1.1 mg kg(-1)) was injected in the right jugular vein. Blood samples were collected from the right carotid artery before and at 1, 2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64, and 128 min after ketamine administration. Ketamine and norketamine enantiomer plasma concentrations were determined by capillary electrophoresis. Individual R-ketamine and S-ketamine concentration vs time curves were analysed by non-linear least square regression two-compartment model analysis using PCNonlin. Plasma disposition curves for R-norketamine and S-norketamine were described by estimating AUC, C(max), and T(max). Pulse rate (PR), respiratory rate (R(f)), tidal volume (V(T)), minute volume ventilation (V(E)), end-tidal partial pressure of carbon dioxide (PE'(CO(2))), and mean arterial blood pressure (MAP) were also evaluated. RESULTS The pharmacokinetic parameters of S- and R-ketamine administered in the racemic mixture or S-ketamine administered separately did not differ significantly. Statistically significant higher AUC and C(max) were found for S-norketamine compared with R-norketamine in the racemic group. Overall, R(f), V(E), PE'(CO(2)), and MAP were significantly higher in the racemic group, whereas PR was higher in the S-ketamine group. CONCLUSIONS Norketamine enantiomers showed different pharmacokinetic profiles after single i.v. administration of racemic ketamine in ponies anaesthetised with isoflurane in oxygen (1 MAC). Cardiopulmonary variables require further investigation.
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MESH Headings
- Anesthesia, General/methods
- Anesthesia, General/veterinary
- Anesthetics, Combined/administration & dosage
- Anesthetics, Combined/blood
- Anesthetics, Combined/pharmacology
- Anesthetics, Dissociative/administration & dosage
- Anesthetics, Dissociative/blood
- Anesthetics, Inhalation
- Animals
- Blood Pressure/drug effects
- Cross-Over Studies
- Drug Administration Schedule
- Electrocardiography
- Heart Rate/drug effects
- Horses/blood
- Isoflurane
- Ketamine/administration & dosage
- Ketamine/analogs & derivatives
- Ketamine/blood
- Male
- Monitoring, Intraoperative/instrumentation
- Monitoring, Intraoperative/methods
- Monitoring, Intraoperative/veterinary
- Stereoisomerism
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- M P Larenza
- Anaesthesiology Section, Department of Clinical Veterinary Medicine, Vetsuisse Faculty, Bern, Switzerland
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De Lucas JJ, Rodríguez C, Marín M, González F, Ballesteros C, San Andrés MI. Pharmacokinetics of intramuscular ketamine in young ostriches premedicated with romifidine. JOURNAL OF VETERINARY MEDICINE. A, PHYSIOLOGY, PATHOLOGY, CLINICAL MEDICINE 2007; 54:48-50. [PMID: 17359455 DOI: 10.1111/j.1439-0442.2007.00910.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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Ketamine is a short-acting dissociative anaesthetic for chemical restraint and surgical anaesthesia in domestic and non-domestic animals. The present study was designed to determine the pharmacokinetics of a single dose of ketamine (10 mg/kg) after intramuscular (i.m.) administration to young ostriches premedicated with romifidine. Ketamine was rapidly absorbed after i.m. administration. Maximal ketamine concentration (C(max)) of 2.93 +/- 0.61 microg/ml was reached at 12.5 +/- 2.50 min and thereafter ketamine concentrations decreased rapidly. The elimination half-life (t(1/2 z)) obtained was 62.37 +/- 17.37 min and mean residence time (MRT) was 77.33 +/- 19.12 min. The area under the curve (AUC) was 114.19 +/- 15.76 microg x min/ml.
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- J J De Lucas
- Cátedra de Farmacología, Farmacia y Terapéutica, Facultad de Veterinaria, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, Avda/Puerta de Hierro s.n., 28040 Madrid, Spain
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Lankveld DPK, Driessen B, Soma LR, Moate PJ, Rudy J, Uboh CE, van Dijk P, Hellebrekers LJ. Pharmacodynamic effects and pharmacokinetic profile of a long-term continuous rate infusion of racemic ketamine in healthy conscious horses. J Vet Pharmacol Ther 2006; 29:477-88. [PMID: 17083451 DOI: 10.1111/j.1365-2885.2006.00794.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 48] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/29/2022]
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Ketamine (KET) possesses analgesic and anti-inflammatory activity at sub-anesthetic doses, suggesting a benefit of long-term KET treatment in horses suffering from pain, inflammatory tissue injury and/or endotoxemia. However, data describing the pharmacodynamic effects and safety of constant rate infusion (CRI) of KET and its pharmacokinetic profile in nonpremedicated horses are missing. Therefore, we administered to six healthy horses a CRI of 1.5 mg/kg/h KET over 320 min following initial drug loading. Cardiopulmonary parameters, arterial blood gases, glucose, lactate, cortisol, insulin, nonesterified fatty acids, and muscle enzyme levels were measured, as were plasma concentrations of KET and its metabolites using liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS). Levels of sedation and muscle tension were scored. Respiration and heart rate significantly increased during the early infusion phase. Glucose and cortisol significantly varied both during and after infusion. During CRI all horses scored 0 on sedation. All but one horse scored 0 on muscle tension, with one mare scoring 1. All other parameters remained within or close to physiological limits without significant changes from pre-CRI values. The mean plasma concentration of KET during the 1.5 mg/kg/h KET CRI was 235 ng/mL. The decline of its plasma concentration-time curve of both KET and norketamine (NKET) following the CRI was described by a two-compartmental model. The metabolic cascade of KET was NKET, hydroxynorketamine (HNK), and 5,6-dehydronorketamine (DHNK). The KET median elimination half-lives (t1/2alpha and t1/2beta) were 2.3 and 67.4 min, respectively. The area under the KET plasma concentration-time curve (AUC), elimination was 76.0 microg.min/mL. Volumes of C1 and C2 were 0.24 and 0.79 L/kg, respectively. It was concluded that a KET CRI of 1.5 mg/kg/h can safely be administered to healthy conscious horses for at least 6 h, although a slight modification of the initial infusion rate regimen may be indicated. Furthermore, in the horse KET undergoes very rapid biotransformation to NKET and HNK and DHNK were the major terminal metabolites.
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- D P K Lankveld
- Equine Sciences Department, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Utrecht University, Utrecht, The Netherlands
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Umar MA, Yamashita K, Kushiro T, Muir WW. Evaluation of total intravenous anesthesia with propofol or ketamine-medetomidine-propofol combination in horses. J Am Vet Med Assoc 2006; 228:1221-7. [PMID: 16618226 DOI: 10.2460/javma.228.8.1221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Objective-To compare the anesthetic and cardiorespiratory effects of total IV anesthesia with propofol (P-TIVA) or a ketamine-medetomidine-propofol combination (KMP-TIVA) in horses. Design-Randomized experimental trial. Animals-12 horses. Procedure-Horses received medetomidine (0.005 mg/kg [0.002 mg/lb], IV). Anesthesia was induced with midazolam (0.04 mg/kg [0.018 mg/lb], IV) and ketamine (2.5 mg/kg [1.14 mg/lb], IV). All horses received a loading dose of propofol (0.5 mg/kg [0.23 mg/lb], IV), and 6 horses underwent P-TIVA (propofol infusion). Six horses underwent KMP-TIVA (ketamine [1 mg/kg/h {0.45 mg/lb/h}] and medetomidine [0.00125 mg/kg/h {0.0006 mg/lb/h}] infusion; the rate of propofol infusion was adjusted to maintain anesthesia). Arterial blood pressure and heart rate were monitored. Qualities of anesthetic induction, transition to TIVA, and maintenance of and recovery from anesthesia were evaluated. Results-Administration of KMP IV provided satisfactory anesthesia in horses. Compared with the P-TIVA group, the propofol infusion rate was significantly less in horses undergoing KMP-TIVA (0.14 +/- 0.02 mg/kg/min [0.064 +/- 0.009 mg/lb/min] vs 0.22 +/- 0.03 mg/kg/min [0.1 +/- 0.014 mg/lb/min]). In the KMP-TIVA and P-TIVA groups, anesthesia time was 115 +/- 17 minutes and 112 +/- 11 minutes, respectively, and heart rate and arterial blood pressure were maintained within acceptable limits. There was no significant difference in time to standing after cessation of anesthesia between groups. Recovery from KMP-TIVA and P-TIVA was considered good and satisfactory, respectively. Conclusions and Clinical Relevance-In horses, KMP-TIVA and P-TIVA provided clinically useful anesthesia; the ketamine-medetomidine infusion provided a sparing effect on propofol requirement for maintaining anesthesia.
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- Mohammed A Umar
- Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, Rakuno Gakuen University, Ebetsu, Hokkaido 0698501, Japan
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Oku K, Ohta M, Katoh T, Moriyama H, Kusano K, Fujinaga T. Cardiovascular Effects of Continuous Propofol Infusion in Horses. J Vet Med Sci 2006; 68:773-8. [PMID: 16953074 DOI: 10.1292/jvms.68.773] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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We examined the influence of propofol infusion on cardiovascular system at the rate of 0.14, 0.20 and 0.30 mg/kg/min in six adult Thoroughbred horses. The cardiovascular parameters were heart rate (HR), mean arterial pressure (MAP), mean right atrial pressure (MRAP), stroke volume (SV), cardiac output (CO), systemic vascular resistance (SVR), pre-ejection period (PEP) and ejection time (ET). In order to keep the ventilation conditions constantly, intermittent positive pressure ventilation was performed, and the partial arterial CO(2) pressure was maintained at 45 to 55 mmHg during maintenance anesthesia. SV showed a significant dose-dependent decrease however, CO did not show significant change. SVR decreased significantly at higher dose. PEP was prolonged and PEP/ET increased significantly at the highest dose. From these results, it became clear that SV decreases dose-dependently due to decrease of cardiac contractility during anesthesia with continuous propofol infusion in horses. On the other hand, since MAP and CO did not show significant changes, total intravenous anesthesia with propofol was suggested to be suitable for long-term anesthesia in horses.
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- Kazuomi Oku
- Racehorse Clinic, Miho Training Center, Japan Racing Association, Shiga, Japan
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Bettschart-Wolfensberger R, Kalchofner K, Neges K, Kästner S, Fürst A. Total intravenous anaesthesia in horses using medetomidine and propofol. Vet Anaesth Analg 2005; 32:348-54. [PMID: 16297044 DOI: 10.1111/j.1467-2995.2005.00202.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To examine the clinical suitability of medetomidine-propofol infusions for total intravenous anaesthesia in horses. ANIMALS Fifty client-owned horses of mixed breed, age [mean +/- SD (range)] 6.6 +/- 4.4 (0.04-18) years, mass 478 +/- 168.3 (80-700) kg presented for a range of operations requiring general anaesthesia. MATERIALS AND METHODS Pre-anaesthetic medication was intravenous (IV) medetomidine 7 mug kg(-1). Anaesthesia was induced with IV ketamine (2 mg kg(-1)) and diazepam (0.02 mg kg(-1)). After endotracheal intubation, O2 was delivered (FiO2 > 0.85). Positive pressure ventilation was initiated if breath-holding in excess of 1 minute occurred. Anaesthesia was maintained with a constant rate medetomidine infusion (3.5 microg kg(-1) hour(-1)) and propofol infused IV to effect (initial dose 0.1 mg kg(-1) minute(-1)). Heart (HR) respiratory (fr) and propofol administration rates, and systemic arterial blood pressures were recorded at 5-minute intervals. Arterial blood gas (O2 and CO2) tensions and pH values were recorded every 15 minutes. Ten minutes after ending medetomidine-propofol infusion, medetomidine (2 microg kg(-1); IV) was given. Cardiopulmonary data were analysed using descriptive statistical techniques. RESULTS Thirty-three orthopaedic, seven integumentary and 10 elective abdominal operations were performed. Cardiopulmonary data, presented as range of mean individual (and absolute individual minimum and maximum values) were: HR: 28.0-39.2 (16-88) beats minute(-1); mean arterial blood pressure: 74.0-132.5 (42-189) mmHg; PaO2: 22.1-42.9 (4.9-67.8) kPa; [166-322 (37-508) mmHg], PaCO2: 6.7-8.1 (4.2-11.8) kPa [50-61 (32-88) mmHg] and pH 7.35-7.39 (7.15-7.48). Positive pressure ventilation was required in 23 horses. In three horses, HR values below 20 beats minute(-1) were treated with 20 microg kg(-1) atropine (IV). Mean propofol infusion rates were 98-108 microg kg(-1) minute(-1). During anaesthesia, movement occurring in 14 horses was controlled with thiopental. Duration of anaesthesia was 111.6 +/- 41.4 (46-225) minutes. Recovery in all horses was uneventful and completed within 42.2 +/- 19.8 (12-98) minutes. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE Medetomidine-propofol infusion produces adequate conditions for a range of surgical procedures. Cardiovascular function was adequate, as no pressor agents were required. Positive pressure ventilation was required in 23 horses.
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Kushiro T, Yamashita K, Umar MA, Maehara S, Wakaiki S, Abe R, Seno T, Tsuzuki K, Izumisawa Y, Muir WW. Anesthetic and Cardiovascular Effects of Balanced Anesthesia Using Constant Rate Infusion of Midazolam-Ketamine-Medetomidine with Inhalation of Oxygen-Sevoflurane (MKM-OS Anesthesia) in Horses. J Vet Med Sci 2005; 67:379-84. [PMID: 15876787 DOI: 10.1292/jvms.67.379] [Citation(s) in RCA: 30] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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The anesthetic sparring and cardiovascular effects produced by midazolam 0.8 mg/ml-ketamine 40 mg/ml-medetomidine 0.05 mg/ml (0.025 ml/kg/hr) drug infusion during sevoflurane in oxygen (MKM-OS) anesthesia was determined in healthy horses. The anesthetic sparring effects of MKM-OS were assessed in 6 healthy thoroughbred horses in which the right carotid artery was surgically relocated to a subcutaneous position. All horses were intubated and ventilated with oxygen using intermittent positive pressure ventilation (IPPV). The end-tidal concentration of sevoflurane (ET(SEV)) required to maintain surgical anesthesia was approximately 1.7%. Heart rate and mean arterial blood pressure averaged 23-41 beats/min and 70-112 mmHg, respectively. All horses stood between 23-44 min after the cessation of all anesthetic drugs. The cardiovascular effects of MKM-OS anesthesia were evaluated in 5 healthy thoroughbred horses ventilated using IPPV. Anesthesia was maintained for 4 hr at an ET(SEV) of 1.7%. Each horse was studied during left lateral (LR) and dorsal recumbency (DR) with a minimum interval between evaluations of 1 month. Cardiac output and cardiac index were maintained between 70-80% of baseline values during LR and 65-70% of baseline values during DR. Stroke volume was maintained between 75-85% of baseline values during LR and 60-70% of baseline values during DR. Systemic vascular resistance was not different from baseline values regardless of position. MKM-OS anesthesia may be useful for prolonged equine surgery because of its minimal cardiovascular depression in both of lateral and dorsal recumbency.
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- Tokiko Kushiro
- Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, Rakuno Gakuen University, Ebetsu, Hokkaido, Japan
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There is a plethora of information regarding anesthetic management of horses; however, controlled studies of the critically ill equine patient are few. These patients should be managed like any equine anesthetic candidate but much more stringently:I. Preoperative evaluation and appropriate therapy may represent the difference between life and death during the intraoperative and recovery periods. 2. The anesthetic induction and maintenance protocol should be based on the individual situation of the veterinary facility and personnel("comfort zone"). 3. Appropriate monitoring and intraoperative supportive measures are essential. 4. The anesthetic period is a significant perturbation to homeostasis. Even if the horse seems to have done well (ie, as indicated by the cardiopulmonary values), a problem-free anesthetic period does not guarantee a successful recovery, and close monitoring should continue until the horse is ambulatory. 5. Critically ill patients are often in a negative energy balance. Supportive measures to ensure an adequate caloric intake, such as enteral or parenteral nutrition, facilitate healing and return of homeostasis.
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Bettschart-Wolfensberger R, Bowen IM, Freeman SL, Weller R, Clarke KW. Medetomidine-ketamine anaesthesia induction followed by medetomidine-propofol in ponies: infusion rates and cardiopulmonary side effects. Equine Vet J 2003; 35:308-13. [PMID: 12755436 DOI: 10.2746/042516403776148354] [Citation(s) in RCA: 27] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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REASONS FOR PERFORMING STUDY To search for long-term total i.v. anaesthesia techniques as a potential alternative to inhalation anaesthesia. OBJECTIVES To determine cardiopulmonary effects and anaesthesia quality of medetomidine-ketamine anaesthesia induction followed by 4 h of medetomidine-propofol anaesthesia in 6 ponies. METHODS Sedation consisted of 7 microg/kg bwt medetomidine i.v. followed after 10 min by 2 mg/kg bwt i.v. ketamine. Anaesthesia was maintained for 4 h with 3.5 microg/kg bwt/h medetomidine and propofol at minimum infusion dose rates determined by application of supramaximal electrical pain stimuli. Ventilation was spontaneous (F(I)O2 > 0.9). Cardiopulmonary measurements were always taken before electrical stimulation, 15 mins after anaesthesia induction and at 25 min intervals. RESULTS Anaesthesia induction was excellent and movements after pain stimuli were subsequently gentle. Mean propofol infusion rates were 0.89-0.1 mg/kg bwt/min. No changes in cardiopulmonary variables occured over time. Range of mean values recorded was: respiratory rate 13.0-15.8 breaths/min; PaO2 29.1-37.9 kPa; PaCO2 6.2-6.9 kPa; heart rate 31.2-40.8 beats/min; mean arterial pressure 90.0-120.8 mmHg; cardiac index 44.1-59.8 ml/kg bwt/min; mean pulmonary arterial pressure 11.8-16.4 mmHg. Recovery to standing was an average of 31.1 mins and ponies stood within one or 2 attempts. CONCLUSIONS In this paper, ketamine anaesthesia induction avoided the problems encountered previously with propofol. Cardiovascular function was remarkably stable. Hypoxaemia did not occur but, despite F(I)O2 of > 0.9, minimal PaO2 in one pony after 4 h anaesthesia was 8.5 kPa. POTENTIAL RELEVANCE The described regime might offer a good, practicable alternative to inhalation anaesthesia and has potential for reducing the fatality rate in horses.
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- R Bettschart-Wolfensberger
- Department of Farm Animal and Equine Medical Surgery, The Royal Veterinary College, University of London, Hatfield, UK
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McMurphy RM, Young LE, Marlin DJ, Walsh K. Comparison of the cardiopulmonary effects of anesthesia maintained by continuous infusion of romifidine, guaifenesin, and ketamine with anesthesia maintained by inhalation of halothane in horses. Am J Vet Res 2002; 63:1655-61. [PMID: 12492279 DOI: 10.2460/ajvr.2002.63.1655] [Citation(s) in RCA: 38] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To compare cardiopulmonary responses during anesthesia maintained with halothane and responses during anesthesia maintained by use of a total intravenous anesthetic (TIVA) regimen in horses. ANIMALS 7 healthy adult horses (1 female, 6 geldings). PROCEDURE Each horse was anesthetized twice. Romifidine was administered IV, and anesthesia was induced by IV administration of ketamine. Anesthesia was maintained for 75 minutes by administration of halothane (HA) or IV infusion of romifidine, guaifenesin, and ketamine (TIVA). The order for TIVA or HA was randomized. Cardiopulmonary variables were measured 40, 60, and 75 minutes after the start of HA orTIVA. RESULTS Systolic, diastolic, and mean carotid arterial pressures, velocity time integral, and peak acceleration of aortic blood flow were greater, and systolic, diastolic, and mean pulmonary arterial pressure were lower at all time points for TIVA than for HA. Pre-ejection period was shorter and ejection time was longer for TIVA than for HA. Heart rate was greater for HA at 60 minutes. Minute ventilation and alveolar ventilation were greater and inspiratory time was longer for TIVA than for HA at 75 minutes. The PaCO2 was higher at 60 and 75 minutes for HA than forTIVA. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE Horses receiving a constant-rate infusion of romifidine, guaifenesin, and ketamine maintained higher arterial blood pressures than when they were administered HA. There was some indication that left ventricular function may be better during TIVA, but influences of preload and afterload on measured variables could account for some of these differences.
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- Rose M McMurphy
- Department of Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506, USA
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Many new or modified injectable anesthetic techniques are available for use in horses. This increased availability allows the clinician to select the technique most appropriate for the patient and clinical circumstance. The use of sedative and anesthetic drugs in managing a variety of anesthesia-related and unrelated aspects of patient care is also increasing. As we begin to use these techniques in the clinical management of our patients, it is important to remember that, while there are more options, no single anesthetic agent or combination of agents is devoid of undesirable effects. Knowledge of the pertinent advantages and disadvantages of the drugs when used individually and in combination and appropriate patient monitoring are essential to ensure a positive outcome.
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- Khursheed R Mama
- Department of Clinical Sciences, Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO 80523, USA.
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Bettschart-Wolfensberger R, Bowen MI, Freeman SL, Feller R, Bettschart RW, Nolan A, Clarke KW. Cardiopulmonary effects of prolonged anesthesia via propofol-medetomidine infusion in ponies. Am J Vet Res 2001; 62:1428-35. [PMID: 11560273 DOI: 10.2460/ajvr.2001.62.1428] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine cardiopulmonary effects of total IV anesthesia with propofol and medetomidine in ponies and effect of atipamezole on recovery. ANIMALS 10 ponies. PROCEDURE After sedation was induced by IV administration of medetomidine (7 microg/kg of body weight), anesthesia was induced by IV administration of propofol 12 mg/kg) and maintained for 4 hours with infusions of medetomidine (3.5 microg/kg per hour) and propofol 10.07 to 0.11 mg/kg per minute). Spontaneous respiration was supplemented with oxygen. Cardiopulmonary measurements and blood concentrations of propofol were determined during anesthesia. Five ponies received atipamezole (60 microg/kg) during recovery. RESULTS During anesthesia, mean cardiac index and heart rate increased significantly until 150 minutes, then decreased until cessation of anesthesia. Mean arterial pressure and systemic vascular resistance index increased significantly between 150 minutes and 4 hours. In 4 ponies, PaO2 decreased to < 60 mm Hg. Mean blood propofol concentrations from 20 minutes after induction onwards ranged from 2.3 to 3.5 microg/ml. Recoveries were without complications and were complete within 28 minutes with atipamezole administration and 39 minutes without atipamezole administration. CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE During total IV anesthesia of long duration with medetomidine-propofol, cardiovascular function is comparable to or better than under inhalation anesthesia. This technique may prove suitable in equids in which prompt recovery is essential; however, in some animals severe hypoxia may develop and oxygen supplementation may be necessary.
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Bettschart-Wolfensberger R, Freeman SL, Jäggin-Schmucker N, Clarke KW. Infusion of a combination of propofol and medetomidine for long-term anesthesia in ponies. Am J Vet Res 2001; 62:500-7. [PMID: 11327455 DOI: 10.2460/ajvr.2001.62.500] [Citation(s) in RCA: 44] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine the minimal infusion rate of propofol in combination with medetomidine for long-term anesthesia in ponies and the effects of atipamezole on recovery. ANIMALS 12 ponies. PROCEDURE Ponies were sedated with medetomidine (7 microg/kg of body weight, IV). Ten minutes later, anesthesia was induced with propofol (2 mg/kg, IV). Anesthesia was maintained for 4 hours, using an infusion of medetomidine (3.5 microg/kg per hour, IV) and propofol at a rate sufficient to prevent ponies from moving after electrical stimulation. Arterial blood pressures and blood gas analysis, heart rates, and respiratory rates were monitored. For recovery, 6 ponies were given atipamezole (60 microg/kg, IV). Induction and recovery were scored. RESULTS Minimal propofol infusion rates ranged from 0.06 to 0.1 mg/kg per min. Mean arterial blood pressure was stable (range, 74 to 86 mm Hg), and heart rate (34 to 51 beats/min) had minimal variations. Variable breathing patterns were observed. Mean PaO2 (range, 116 to 146 mm Hg) and mean PaCO2 (range, 48 to 51 mm Hg) did not change significantly with time, but hypoxemia was evident in some ponies (minimal PaO2, 47 mm Hg). Recovery was fast and uneventful with and without atipamezole (completed in 20.2 and 20.9 minutes, respectively). CONCLUSIONS AND CLINICAL RELEVANCE Infusion of a combination of medetomidine and propofol was suitable for prolonged anesthesia in ponies. Recovery was rapid and uneventful. A combination of propofol and medetomidine may prove suitable for long-term anesthesia in horses. Monitoring of blood gases is essential because of potential hypoxemia.
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Woods R, McLean S, Burton HR. Pharmacokinetics of intravenously administered ketamine in southern elephant seals (Mirounga leonina). COMPARATIVE BIOCHEMISTRY AND PHYSIOLOGY. PART C, PHARMACOLOGY, TOXICOLOGY & ENDOCRINOLOGY 1999; 123:279-84. [PMID: 10530900 DOI: 10.1016/s0742-8413(99)00035-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/20/2022]
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Southern elephant seals (Mirounga leonina) are large, potentially dangerous animals which must be restrained before study or treatment. However, chemical restraint is unpredictable, possibly because of differences in body composition during fasting ashore, and circulatory adaptations to enable diving. The pharmacokinetics of ketamine (1.1 mg/kg i.v.) was studied in 15 southern elephant seals which had come ashore on Macquarie Island. The animals were first sedated with pethidine (5 mg/kg i.m.) to allow intravenous access. There was great variability in the calculated pharmacokinetic parameters, possibly due to circulatory changes associated with periods of apnoea which characterise this animal's response to anaesthetics. The median values were similar to those reported for other species: distribution t1/2 = 2.5 min (range 1-11 min); elimination t1/2 = 43 min (range 17-108 min); apparent volume of distribution, 1474 ml/kg (range 830-9301 ml/kg); clearance, 33 ml/min/kg (range 12-57 ml/min/kg). This was the first investigation of drug disposition in any seal species. and the first in any free-ranging wild animal. It is important to obtain pharmacological data in animals in whom drugs are used, but pre-catheterised captive animals may provide less variable data.
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- School of Pharmacy, University of Tasmania, Australia
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Flaherty D, Reid J, Nolan A, Monteiro A. The pharmacokinetics of ketamine after a continuous infusion under halothane anaesthesia in horses. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 1998. [DOI: 10.1111/j.1467-2995.1998.tb00166.x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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Kanazawa H, Konishi Y, Matsushima Y, Takahashi T. Determination of sedatives and anesthetics in plasma by liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry with a desalting system. J Chromatogr A 1998; 797:227-36. [PMID: 9542115 DOI: 10.1016/s0021-9673(97)00928-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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Though liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry (LC-MS) is a powerful tool for analysis of drugs and their metabolites, it does not allow the use of a non-volatile buffer such as phosphate buffer. We used a column-switching desalting system in combination with atmospheric pressure chemical ionization LC-MS for analysis of sedatives and anaesthetics. The drugs examined were flumazenil, butorphanol, midazolam, lorazepam, phenobarbital and flunitrazepam. The separation was carried out on a reversed-phase column using acetonitrile-0.1 M phosphate buffer as a mobile phase. The mass spectra are almost the same as those obtained by direct analysis and the molecular ions were clearly observed. In the analysis, phosphate buffer was completely removed with the trapping column and did not interfere with ionization of the drugs in MS. The chiral separation of lorazepam was achieved on a chiral column with UV, optical rotatory detection and MS. This method is sufficiently sensitive and accurate for the pharmacokinetic studies of these drugs in biological samples.
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- Kyoritsu College of Pharmacy, Tokyo, Japan
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Flaherty D, Reid J, Welsh E, Monteiro AM, Lerche P, Nolan A. A pharmacodynamic study of propofol or propofol and ketamine infusions in ponies undergoing surgery. Res Vet Sci 1997; 62:179-84. [PMID: 9243720 DOI: 10.1016/s0034-5288(97)90143-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 52] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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The pharmacodynamics of infusions of propofol alone (group 1) were compared with the pharmacodynamics of infusions of propofol and ketamine together (group 2) in eight ponies undergoing castration. Anaesthesia was induced with detomidine, 20 micrograms kg-1, followed by ketamine, 2.2 mg kg-1. Subsequently, a bolus dose of propofol, 0.5 mg kg-1, was administered intravenously to both groups, and an infusion of propofol was given for an average of 74 minutes to group 1, and an infusion of propofol and ketamine was given for 60 minutes to group 2. The mean (SD) infusion rates of propofol were 0.330 (0.050) mg kg-1 min-1 in group 1, and 0.124 (0.009) mg kg-1 in group 2, and the ketamine infusion rate was maintained constant at 40 micrograms kg-1 min-1. Arterial hypotension and marked respiratory depression were evident in some of the ponies receiving propofol alone, whereas in the ponies anaesthetised with propofol and ketamine, respiratory and cardiovascular parameters were well maintained. All the ponies in both groups recovered quickly from anaesthesia, with mean times to sternal recumbency and standing of 19.8 (8.0) minutes and 27.2 (7.4) minutes respectively for group 1 and 8.4 (3.2) min and 14.9 (10.1) minutes for group 2.
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- Department of Veterinary Clinical Studies, University of Glasgow
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