Prevention of hypothermia in cats during routine oral hygiene procedures.
While thermally supported cats experienced a drop in body temperature during dental procedures, the drop was significantly greater in cats without thermal support. As cats are at risk of developing clinical hypothermia during dental procedures, steps should be taken to minimize the loss of body heat.
Hale
F A
FA
Veterinary Dental Services, Fergus, Ontario.
Anthony
J M
JM
D000768:Anesthesia, General / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000662:veterinary; D000818:Animals; D002415:Cats; D003729:Dental Care / Q000662:veterinary*; D007035:Hypothermia / Q000209:etiology / Q000517:prevention & control / Q000662:veterinary*