Assessing the influence of mechanical ventilation on blood gases and blood pressure in rattlesnakes

Conclusions and clinical relevanceMechanical ventilation had a profound impact on blood gases and blood pressure. The results support the use of mechanical ventilation with a frequency of 1–2 breaths minute−1 at a tidal volume of 30 mL kg−1 during anesthesia in fasted snakes.

Source: Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia - August 30, 2014 Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Mads F Bertelsen, Rasmus Buchanan, Heidi M Jensen, Cleo AC Leite, Augusto S Abe, Søren S Nielsen, Tobias Wang Tags: Research Paper Source Type: research