Description
Exotic animals are nowadays very popular pets and often presented for examination, diagnostic or surgical procedures, or treatment requiring a general anaesthetic. The aim of a general anaesthetic is to provide adequate restraint (e.g. to allow examination or minor procedures), obtain muscle relaxation, and appropriate pain relief. These general principles apply when anaesthetising small mammals but species-specific considerations are required and essential to reduce the associated risks. Advances in techniques, equipment, knowledge and the availability of newer and safer drugs has allowed higher standards to be applied to these species as well as the more traditional dogs and cats. Nevertheless, anaesthetising small mammals remains challenging. This webinar will consider the risks involved when anaesthetising small patients and will present and discuss options on how to minimise them, therefore increasing the chances of a positive outcome.
Learning objectives
Recognise the challenges that anaesthetising small mammal patients poses
Reduce the risks associated with small mammal anaesthesia
Achieve appropriate patient and equipment preparation
Recognise the importance of continuous monitoring for early recognition of problems
Recognise the importance of adequate post-anaesthetic care
