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Injectable anesthetics and anesthetic adjuncts.

J C Thurmon, G J Benson

The Veterinary Clinics of North America. Equine Practice

|April 1, 1987

Summary

This review covers equine anesthesia, focusing on the pharmacology of selected anesthetics and adjuncts. Understanding these drug actions is crucial for safe and effective horse sedation and surgical procedures.

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Area of Science:

Veterinary Pharmacology
Equine Anesthesiology

Background:

Anesthesia in horses presents unique physiological challenges.
Appropriate anesthetic selection is vital for patient safety and surgical success.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the application of specific anesthetic agents in horses.
To emphasize the underlying pharmacologic principles guiding their use.

Main Methods:

Literature review of equine anesthetic protocols.
Analysis of pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic properties of selected drugs.

Main Results:

Discussion of commonly used injectable and inhalant anesthetics.
Evaluation of various anesthetic adjuncts and their mechanisms.

Conclusions:

Informed anesthetic choices in horses depend on a thorough understanding of drug pharmacology.
Optimizing anesthetic protocols enhances patient outcomes in equine practice.

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