Choosing wisely: Effects of propofol and alfaxalone induction on maternal and neonatal outcomes in isoflurane-anesthetized dogs undergoing cesarean section
Alfaxalone induction was associated with reduced neonatal acidosis and improved vitality compared with propofol, though it increased maternal isoflurane requirements and hypotension risk later in surgery. Alfaxalone-isoflurane may offer neonatal advantages, but close monitoring of maternal blood pressure is essential.
Authors
- Agnieszka Antończyk (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-2065-4223)
- Małgorzata Ochota (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9885-9694)
- Zuzanna Ligocka- Kowalczyk
Institutions
- Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences (PL)
Publication Details
- Journal
- The Veterinary Journal
- Published
- 2026-02-26
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1016/j.tvjl.2026.106618
- Primary Topic
- Veterinary Pharmacology and Anesthesia
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00