Effect of reducing inspired oxygen concentration on oxygenation parameters during general anaesthesia in horses in lateral or dorsal recumbency

ConclusionDuring general anaesthesia, using oxygen at a concentration of 60% instead of 100% maintains adequate arterial oxygenation in horses in dorsal or lateral recumbency. However, it will not reduce pulmonary function abnormalities induced by anaesthesia and recumbency.

Source: Australian Veterinary Journal - December 1, 2017 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: E Uquillas, CM Dart, NR Perkins, AJ Dart Tags: EQUINE Source Type: research