Modern approaches to small-animal anaesthesia

Modern approaches to small-animal anaesthesia

January 15, 2024
VETSTEM Chief Veterinary Officer
12 min read
Education

Anaesthesia is a core part of contemporary veterinary medicine. New medicines and techniques give clinicians safer and more effective options for their patients.

Modern anaesthetic groups

  • Inhalational anaesthetics: isoflurane, sevoflurane
  • Intravenous anaesthetics: propofol, alfaxalone
  • Dissociative anaesthetics: ketamine, tiletamine/zolazepam
  • Combination products: VEZOTIL and its analogues

VEZOTIL in veterinary anaesthesia

The tiletamine and zolazepam combination supports rapid onset, stable cardiovascular function, minimal respiratory depression and a smooth recovery when used according to the approved instructions.

Clinical monitoring

Safe anaesthesia depends on monitoring heart rate, blood pressure, oxygen saturation, end-tidal carbon dioxide and body temperature throughout the procedure.

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