Published in Scientific Papers. Series D. Animal Science, Vol. LXVIII, Issue 2
Written by Tiberiu Sebastian IANCU, Ruxandra PAVEL, Lucian IONIŢĂ
Sheep (Ovis aries) are frequently used as experimental models in various fields of biomedical research, necessitating the development of ethical and effective anesthetic protocols. This paper aims to review and evaluate current anesthetic protocols for sheep, focusing on their application in experimental research settings. Emphasis is placed on the importance of ethical treatment, including minimizing pain, distress, and physiological stress while maintaining adequate anesthesia levels for surgical procedures. Several approaches are discussed, including preanesthetic preparation, drug combinations, and monitoring techniques. Special attention is given to the balance between ensuring animal welfare and achieving scientific validity. This review also addresses key considerations for specific protocols, particularly those involving sheep, offering insights into sedation, induction, and maintenance strategies that reduce the risks of complications such as regurgitation and aspiration. The goal is to guide researchers in adopting practices that align with ethical standards and experimental objectives, ultimately enhancing the quality and reproducibility of research outcomes.
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