The study aims to determine how well the ASA physical status classification predicts morbidity and mortality in companion pigs during the perianesthetic period.
Preanesthetic assessments were conducted on companion pigs.
Utilization of pulse oximetry and oxygen supplementation was assessed during anesthesia.
Outcomes of morbidity and mortality were analyzed in relation to ASA classifications.
Higher ASA classifications were associated with increased rates of perianesthetic morbidity.
Mortality risks also increased with higher physical status classifications.
Abstract
Thorough preanesthetic assessment for porcine patients is imperative. Pulse oximetry and oxygen supplementation should be utilized during the perianesthetic period.