Publications by authors named "J Combet-Curt"
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- The study aimed to assess changes in hemodynamic parameters and the caudal vena-cava-to-aorta ratio in dogs with cardiac tamponade before and after pericardiocentesis.
- A total of 22 dogs were evaluated, showing significant improvements in vital signs and hemodynamic measures after the procedure, including decreased heart and respiratory rates, increased blood pressure, and lowered lactate levels.
- The results indicate a rapid recovery post-pericardiocentesis, suggesting that this intervention offers a strong short-term prognosis for dogs suffering from cardiac tamponade.
The ultrasonographic assessment of the caudal vena cava-to-aorta ratio (CVC:Ao) appears to be a promising method for early recognition of alterations of intravascular volume status in veterinary medicine. The primary objective of this study was to establish the reference intervals of the CVC:Ao ratio with ultrasound in nonsedated healthy dogs. Secondary objectives were to determine the influence of the respiratory cycle and to evaluate correlations between ultrasonographic measurements, signalment and physical exam findings.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFObjectives: To describe the change in the caudal vena cava to aorta ratio (CVC:Ao) ratio during fluid resuscitation of circulatory shock in dogs and compare these results with those of the physical examination and blood lactate.
Materials And Methods: Perfusion parameters and blood lactate were recorded at admission. An abdominal point-of-care ultrasound protocol was performed, during which the caudal vena cava to aorta ratio was measured on the spleno-renal view.
Article Synopsis
- - The study aimed to evaluate the use of Sidestream Dark Field (SDF) imaging to assess sublingual microcirculation in dogs, particularly before and after blood donation.
- - It found that SDF imaging was successful in 83% of sedated dogs, with a median blood donation of 14 mL/kg; blood collection increased heart rate and shock index while reducing lactate concentration post-donation.
- - Despite these changes, there were no significant effects on microcirculatory parameters, indicating that while SDF technology is feasible for use in dogs, further research with a larger sample size is needed to confirm the findings.