Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Retrospective evaluation of ProcalAmine administration in a population of hospitalized ICU dogs: 36 cases (2010-2013).
- Journal:
- Journal of veterinary emergency and critical care (San Antonio, Tex. : 2001)
- Year:
- 2015
- Authors:
- Olan, Natasha V & Prittie, Jennifer
- Affiliation:
- Department of Emergency and Critical Care · United States
- Species:
- dog
Plain-English summary
This study looked at the use of a nutritional product called ProcalAmine in 36 dogs that were hospitalized in an intensive care unit between 2010 and 2013. Most of these dogs had trauma as their main health issue, and they received ProcalAmine for an average of four days. While the treatment was generally safe, about 19% of the dogs experienced mechanical issues related to the feeding method, and 12 dogs had metabolic problems, such as low sodium levels and high blood sugar. Overall, ProcalAmine seems to be a good option for providing nutrition to sick or injured dogs, but it's important for veterinarians to monitor for any potential complications closely.
Abstract
OBJECTIVE: To describe the use of ProcalAmine as a source of parenteral nutrition in hospitalized dogs and to report complications possibly referable to its use. DESIGN: Retrospective study. SETTINGS: Private veterinary teaching hospital. ANIMALS: Thirty-six dogs hospitalized in ICU receiving ProcalAmine between October 2010 and March 2013. INTERVENTIONS: None. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS: The most common underlying disease process in this population of dogs was trauma (n = 8). Median duration of administration was 4 days and median resting energy requirement provided via ProcalAmine was 33%. ProcalAmine was administered via central catheters in 86% of cases and via peripheral catheters in 14% of cases. The overall mechanical complication rate was 19%. Metabolic complications possibly associated with ProcalAmine administration were documented in 12/36 dogs. Hyponatremia was most commonly identified (n = 6) followed by hyperglycemia (n = 4), hypochloremia (n = 2), azotemia (n = 2), metabolic alkalosis (n = 2), hyperchloremia (n = 1), and metabolic acidosis (n = 1). CONCLUSION: ProcalAmine appears to be relatively safe and a viable option for parenteral nutrition in ill and injured dogs. Due to the potential for electrolyte derangements and other metabolic complications, daily monitoring of these parameters is advisable.
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