In vitro evaluation of canine whole blood with the addition of Crotalus atrox (Western Diamondback Rattlesnake) venom and antivenom using thromboelastography
Abstract:Objectives: To compare the efficacy of 2 equine-origin antivenom products on correction of coagulation abnormalities noted on thromboelastography (TEG) caused by Crotalus atrox venom in vitro.
Design:Prospective in vitro controlled study.Setting: Veterinary teaching hospital.
Animals: Six healthy dogs.Interventions: Blood from each dog was used for 4 separate kaolin-activated TEG analyses: A negative control (blood-saline) and positive control (blood-Crotalus atrox venom) were used to assess the dog's normal c… Show more
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