Anesthesia for Advanced Cardiac Procedures: A Case Based Discussion

Course Details

This lecture has been RACE Approved for 1 CE hour for veterinarians and veterinary technicians.

Program Description:

After a brief discussion of general considerations for dogs and cats presenting with cardiac disease, case examples will be used to highlight specific considerations for cardiac procedures, both interventional and surgical. Examples of possible cases may include animals presenting for: atrial cardioversion, pacemaker implantation or revision, pulmonic balloon valvuloplasty, placement of a V clamp and if time allows a brief discussion of anesthesia considerations for valvular repair or replacement using cardiopulmonary bypass.

Learning Objectives:

• Participants will broaden their knowledge of anesthesia considerations for cardiac disease
• Participants will have a better understanding of questions to ask of colleagues when preparing for interventional or surgical cardiac procedures
• Participants will be better informed of monitoring and supportive measures necessary for specific cardiac procedures