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If you want to compare Anesthetic and Major Surgical procedures at KAH to other Veterinary Hospitals just print off the list below and compare.All Surgical Procedures Should Include the Following1. Before Anestheticq Physical Examq Blood testo Check kidney functiono Red and white blood cell count - check for infection and anemiao Hemoglobin level & Packed Cell Volume - Check for anemiaq EKG - check heart function.q IV Catheter & Fluids – to maintain hydration, good kidney function and have an intravenous line for emergency drugs if needed.q Tranquilization and Pain Control used – to remove your pets anxiety and help insure a smooth induction and recovery.2. Pre-oxygenation3. Induction with Propofol4. Maintenance - on “short acting” or inhalation anesthesia- and monitoring:q General Anesthesia:o Propofol injectable for beginning anesthesia.§ The most expensive but the safest product ever used in veterinary medicine.o Isoflorane Gas Anesthesia for maintenanceq Computerized and Human monitoring of vital functionso Oxygen saturation of the blood – insure adequate oxygenationo Capnography - monitoring carbon dioxide levels in the patient.o EKG heart monitoring – insure normal heart functiono Blood Pressure monitoring – insure proper tissue perfusiono Respiratory rate and deptho Temperature monitoring – prevent hypothermiaq Warmth and Comfort – your pet will be placed on a thermal barrier or warm water blanketq Sterile Surgeryq Surgical Experienceo KAH's Doctors have 104+ years of combined surgical experience in all kinds of surgery ranging from ovariohysterectomies (spays) to gastrointestinal, orthopedic surgery, endoscopic and Laser surgry.q Laser Surgery available q Endoscopic surgery available 5. Post-Oxygenation6. Post Anesthesia Recovery and Pain Control:q Post Operative non-addictive Pain control – for a smooth, virtually pain free recovery. |
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