title: The case for nonrebreathing circuits for very small animals.
abstract: The advantages of using modern nonrebreathing systems in very small patients far outweighs the few disadvantages. Their use results in more precise control of anesthetic depth, better ventilation and gas exchange, and a lower incidence of mechanical problems.
authors.affiliation: Department of Clinical Sciences, Kansas State University College of Veterinary Medicine, Manhattan.
authors.forename: D S
authors.initials: DS
authors.lastname: Hodgson
mesh_terms: D000769:Anesthesia, Inhalation / Q000379:methods / Q000662:veterinary*; D000818:Animals; D001717:Birds / Q000502:physiology*; D002415:Cats / Q000502:physiology*; D004285:Dogs / Q000502:physiology*; D009330:Nebulizers and Vaporizers / Q000662:veterinary*; D012212:Rheology / Q000662:veterinary