Brachial Artery Catheterization in Swine

作者： Richard R.E. Uwiera1, Amirali Toossi2,3, Dirk G. Everaert3,4, Trina C. Uwiera5, Vivian K. Mushahwar2,3,6 1Department of Agricultural, Food and Nutritional Science,University of Alberta, 2Neuroscience and Mental Health Institute,University of Alberta, 3Sensory Motor Adaptive Rehabilitation Technology (SMART) Network,University of Alberta, 4Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation,University of Alberta, 5Division of Pediatric Surgery, Department of Surgery,University of Alberta, 6Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation,University of Alberta

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Overview

This video details the catheterization of the distal brachial artery in swine, a procedure that allows for accurate measurement of arterial blood pressure and collection of arterial blood gas samples. It is a fast and simple method particularly useful for monitoring animals during surgery.

Key Study Components

Area of Science

• Veterinary medicine
• Animal surgery
• Physiological monitoring

Background

• Monitoring arterial blood pressure is crucial during surgical procedures.
• Collecting arterial blood gas samples is important for assessing respiratory function.
• The brachial artery catheterization is a common technique in veterinary practices.
• This procedure is particularly relevant for pigs undergoing non-recovery surgeries.

Purpose of Study

• To demonstrate a method for catheterizing the distal brachial artery in swine.
• To provide a reliable technique for measuring arterial blood pressure.
• To facilitate the collection of arterial blood gas samples for analysis.

Methods Used

• Digital palpation to locate the distal brachial artery.
• Intramuscular administration of a premedication cocktail (ketamine, xylazine, glycopyrrolate).
• Inhalational anesthesia with isoflurane gas.
• Intravenous analgesia with continuous remifentanil infusion.

Main Results

• The procedure was successfully performed on three pigs.
• Arterial blood pressure measurements were accurately obtained.
• Arterial blood gas samples were collected for analysis.
• The method proved to be fast and efficient for surgical monitoring.

Conclusions

• Catheterization of the distal brachial artery is an effective technique for monitoring swine during surgery.
• This method allows for accurate assessment of physiological parameters.
• It can be integrated into various surgical protocols involving pigs.

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