Surgery in Amphibians - 24/11/15
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Amphibian surgery has been especially described in research. Since the last decade, interest for captive amphibians has increased, so have the indications for surgical intervention. Clinicians should not hesitate to advocate such manipulations. Amphibian surgeries have no overwhelming obstacles. These patients heal well and tolerate blood loss more than higher vertebrates. Most procedures described in reptiles (mostly lizards) can be undertaken in most amphibians if equipment can be matched to the patients’ size. In general, the most difficult aspect would be the provision of adequate anesthesia.
Le texte complet de cet article est disponible en PDF.Keywords : Amphibians, Surgery, Anesthesia, Analgesia, Skin surgery, Celiotomy, Gastrotomy, Cystotomy
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Vol 19 - N° 1
P. 77-95 - janvier 2016 Retour au numéroBienvenue sur EM-consulte, la référence des professionnels de santé.
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