Comparison of fentanyl and alfentanil in combination with atropine for premedication of dogs undergoing radiotherapy

Since the two protocols produced comparable clinical effects and were both found suitable for dogs undergoing repeated radiotherapy, fentanyl is recommended over alfentanil in countries where it is licensed.

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Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia
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2025-06-13
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https://doi.org/10.1016/j.vaa.2025.06.004
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Anesthesia and Sedative Agents
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Comparison of fentanyl and alfentanil in combination with atropine for premedication of dogs undergoing radiotherapy

Giulia Franchino, Chiara Adami, Adam Shuttleworth, Paolo Loddo
Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia
Anesthesia and Sedative Agents
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Comparison of fentanyl and alfentanil in combination with atropine for premedication of dogs undergoing radiotherapy

Giulia Franchino, Chiara Adami, Adam Shuttleworth, Paolo Loddo
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Abstract

Since the two protocols produced comparable clinical effects and were both found suitable for dogs undergoing repeated radiotherapy, fentanyl is recommended over alfentanil in countries where it is licensed.

Veterinary Anaesthesia and AnalgesiaVol. 52(5)
University of Cambridge (GB)
Openalex Percentile: Top 76%
Anesthesia and Sedative Agents
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