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Nasotracheal intubation in calves

J E Quandt¹, E P Robinson

¹Veterinary Teaching Hospital, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Georgia, Athens 30602-7390, USA.

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association

|September 1, 1996

Summary

Nasotracheal intubation using a Murphy design silicone tube is effective in calves. This method facilitates anesthetic delivery, reduces stress, and is ideal for oral surgery, avoiding obstruction.

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Area of Science:

Veterinary Medicine
Anesthesiology

Background:

Nasotracheal intubation is a critical procedure in veterinary medicine.
Standard orotracheal intubation can present challenges in calves, particularly during oral surgery.

Purpose of the Study:

To describe a technique for nasotracheal intubation in calves using a specific type of tube.
To highlight the benefits of nasotracheal intubation for anesthetic delivery and surgical procedures in calves.

Main Methods:

Utilizing a silicone nasotracheal tube of a Murphy design.
Extending the calf's head and neck to guide the tube through the naris, larynx, and into the trachea.
Employing preanesthetic medication to reduce calf alertness and swallowing reflex.

Main Results:

Successful nasotracheal intubation was achieved in calves.
The technique allows for efficient delivery of inhalant anesthetic agents.
This method minimizes environmental pollution and calf stress compared to other intubation techniques.

Conclusions:

Nasotracheal intubation is a viable and beneficial technique for calves.
The described method is particularly advantageous for oral surgeries where orotracheal tubes may obstruct the surgical field.
This procedure offers improved anesthetic management and patient comfort in veterinary practice.

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