| Literature DB >> 25255065 |
Louis DiVincenti1, Robin Westcott2, Candice Lee3.
Abstract
Because of its similarity to humans in important respects, sheep (Ovis aries) are a common animal model for translational research in cardiovascular surgery. However, some unique aspects of sheep anatomy and physiology present challenges to its use in these complicated experiments. In this review, we discuss relevant anatomy and physiology of sheep and discuss management before, during, and after procedures requiring cardiopulmonary bypass to provide a concise source of information for veterinarians, technicians, and researchers developing and implementing protocols with this model.Entities:
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Year: 2014 PMID: 25255065 PMCID: PMC4181684
Source DB: PubMed Journal: J Am Assoc Lab Anim Sci ISSN: 1559-6109 Impact factor: 1.232