Preliminary studies on the use of propofol in the domestic pigeon (Columba livia).

摘要: Abstract The anaesthetic propofol was investigated in domestic pigeons (Columba livia). agent administered intravenously, one group of birds as an adjunct to ketamine hydrochloride, and careful monitoring performed. dose 14 mg kg−1 based on allometric scaling for its use a sole agent. Propofol anaesthesia characterised by smooth rapid induction good muscle relaxation but only short duration, ranging from two seven minutes, seemed cause marked respiratory depression. Indeed, very narrow safety margin observed when ventilation not assisted. may have applications avian these are likely be limited.