Control of systemic hypertension during electro-ejaculation of the giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) using intravenous nicardipine hydrochloride.

摘要: The giant panda (Ailuropoda melanoleuca) is a critically endangered species. Artificial insemination, using semen from underrepresented males, key factor in maintaining robust and diverse gene pool. Semen obtained the by electro-ejaculation (EEJ), which causes significant systemic hypertension. While treatment of hypertension increasing anesthetic depth or administering beta blockers may be successful, they are accompanied unwanted side effects. We describe successful use bolus dose intravenous Nicardipine, calcium channel blocker to control induced male panda.