Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Autologous blood instillation alters respiratory mechanics in horses.
- Journal:
- Equine veterinary journal
- Year:
- 1995
- Authors:
- Aguilera-Tejero, E et al.
- Affiliation:
- Department of Surgical and Radiological Sciences · United States
- Species:
- horse
Abstract
To investigate physiological consequences of autologous blood instillation in the lungs of healthy horses, respiratory mechanics and bronchial response to histamine were studied in 8 Thoroughbreds before and after introducing autologous blood (n = 5) and sterile saline solution (n = 3) into their lungs. Blood instillation resulted in a decrease in dynamic compliance (Cdyn) and increased respiratory resistance (R). Bronchial sensitivity and reactivity were unchanged after blood introduction. There were no significant changes in pulmonary mechanics or bronchial response after saline instillation.
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