Effects of dexmedetomidine on glucose homeostasis in healthy cats.

Juliette BouillonTanya DukeAlexandra P FockenElisabeth C SneadKevin L Cosford

Published in: Journal of feline medicine and surgery (2019)

Feline practitioners should be aware of the endocrine effects associated with the use of α2-agonists, particularly when interpreting blood glucose concentrations. The transient effects of dexmedetomidine on glucose homeostasis are unlikely to significantly affect clinical practice.

Keyphrases

blood glucose
clinical practice
glycemic control
cardiac surgery
blood pressure
primary care
type diabetes
cerebral ischemia
acute kidney injury
skeletal muscle
weight loss