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Epidural morphine reduces halothane MAC in the dog.

A Valverde1, D H Dyson, W N McDonell

  • 1Department of Clinical Studies, Ontario Veterinary College, University of Guelph.

Canadian Journal of Anaesthesia = Journal Canadien D'Anesthesie
|November 1, 1989
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Epidural morphine significantly reduced halothane requirements in dogs, demonstrating segmental analgesia. The volume of saline used for dilution did not critically affect these results, indicating effective pain management for surgical procedures.

Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Anesthesiology
  • Pharmacology
  • Pain Management

Background:

  • The minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) of volatile anesthetics like halothane is a standard measure of anesthetic potency.
  • Epidural administration of analgesics can provide targeted pain relief and potentially reduce general anesthetic requirements.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the effect of epidural morphine on the halothane MAC in dogs.
  • To determine if varying volumes of saline dilution influence the efficacy of epidural morphine.

Main Methods:

  • Ten dogs were administered epidural morphine (0.1 mg.kg-1) with two different saline volumes (0.13 and 0.26 ml.kg-1).
  • The minimum alveolar concentration (MAC) of halothane was determined using subcutaneous electrical stimulation before and after morphine administration.

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  • MAC was assessed for both fore and hind limbs to evaluate segmental effects.

    • Main Results:

    • Epidural morphine significantly reduced halothane MAC in both fore and hind limbs across both volume groups (P < 0.001).
    • The reduction in MAC was significantly greater in the hind limbs compared to the fore limbs (P < 0.025).
    • No significant difference in MAC reduction was observed between the two saline volumes used.

    Conclusions:

    • Epidural morphine effectively reduces halothane MAC in a segmental manner in dogs, providing analgesia extending to the forelimbs.
    • The volume of saline used for dilution is not a critical factor in achieving this analgesic effect.
    • This suggests epidural morphine can be a valuable adjunct to reduce general anesthetic requirements for surgical procedures in dogs.