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Supportive therapy in the anesthetized horse
1Department of Molecular and Cellular Physiology, Stanford University, School of Medicine, California.
The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Equine Practice
|December 1, 1990
Summary
Vigilant supportive care is crucial for preventing death and complications in anesthetized horses. Ensuring proper equipment, positioning, and tissue perfusion are key to safe equine anesthesia and recovery.
Area of Science:
- Veterinary Anesthesia
- Equine Surgery
Background:
- Anesthesia in horses carries risks of serious complications.
- Postanesthetic myopathy-neuropathy syndrome is a significant concern in large equine patients.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight essential elements of supportive care for anesthetized horses.
- To emphasize preventative measures against postanesthetic complications.
Main Methods:
- Review of critical care aspects for equine anesthesia.
- Discussion of anesthetic depth control, fluid therapy, and pharmacologic support.
- Emphasis on patient positioning and padding techniques.
Main Results:
- Specialized equipment and drugs are vital for managing postanesthetic complications.
- Proper patient positioning and padding significantly reduce postanesthetic myopathy-neuropathy syndrome.
- Maintaining adequate tissue perfusion is achievable through anesthetic management strategies.
Conclusions:
- Vigilant supportive care is essential for preventing morbidity and mortality in anesthetized horses.
- Pre-anesthetic confirmation of necessary equipment and drugs is critical.
- Strategies for ensuring adequate tissue perfusion are vital for successful outcomes.