Abstract:Aim of the studyThe aim of this study was to assess the effects of a nociceptive stimulus on respiratory variables in anesthetized dogs.Material and methodEleven dogs received acepromazine administered intramuscularly (IM) at a dose of 0.04 mg kg−1 45 mins before induction of anesthesia. Loss of consciousness was obtained with midazolam at 0.2 mg kg−1 and propofol administered at a dose of 2 mg kg−1 intravenously (IV). Orotracheal intubation was performed and anesthesia was maintained with isoflurane in 100% o… Show more
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