Episode Details

In this episode, host Alyssa Watson, DVM, welcomes Carrie Schroeder, DVM, DACVAA, to discuss her recent Clinician’s Brief article, “Dexmedetomidine-Induced Bradycardia in a Great Dane.” The conversation centers around the physiological mechanisms underlying bradycardia and dexmedetomidine's biphasic blood pressure effects. Key aspects of the discussion include patient selection, drug combinations, monitoring protocols, and strategies for managing these cases, offering practical guidance on balancing dexmedetomidine’s benefits with its potential risks.

Resource:

• https://www.cliniciansbrief.com/article/heart-rate-veterinary-dexmedetomidine

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• Alyssa Watson, DVM - Host
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