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Thrombosis of the cranial vena cava in a cow was followed by the formation of aneurysms in the pulmonary arteries. Embolism, pulmonary hypertension and the development of a collateral venous and lymphatic circulation are the suggested causes of these uncommon arterial lesions.
Vet Rec 1977 Aug 13
PMID:Thrombosis of the cranial vena cava in a cow. 91 1

Numerous studies in recent years have documented the increased risk of perioperative complications in patients with pulmonary disease. In assessing lung function before anesthesia and surgery, history and physical examination may be helpful but spirometry and blood gas determination are more accurate indicators of significant pulmonary disease. Risk apparently can be minimized by intensive chest therapy before and after surgery. Low-dose heparin therapy, in particular, is rec-mmended to prevent deep venous thrombosis and pulmonary embolism.
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PMID:Preoperative evaluation and perioperative management of patients with pulmonary disease. 735 May 61