Characterization of dynamic compliance of the respiratory system in healthy anesthetized dogs

Mathieu Raillard*, Martina Mosing, Anthea Raisis, Adam Auckburally, Georgina Beaumont, Frances Downing, Charlotte Heselton, Paul MacFarlane, Karine Portier, Josephine Robertson, Joao Henrique Neves Soares, Barbara Steblaj, Elliot Wringe, Olivier L. Levionnois*

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Introduction:
In clinical practice, evaluating dynamic compliance of the respiratory system (Cdyn) could provide valuable insights into respiratory mechanics. Reference values of Cdyn based on body weight have been reported, but various factors may affect them and the evidence is scanty. This study aimed to establish a reference interval for Cdyn and identify associated variables.

Methods:
Data were collected from 515 client-owned dogs requiring anesthesia, excluding those with lower airway disease. The dogs were anesthetized, the tracheas intubated, and lungs ventilated at clinicians' discretion across 11 centers in six countries, with no restrictions on anesthesia protocols or ventilation settings, except avoiding inspiratory pauses. Three Cdyn measurements from three consecutive breaths per dog were recorded using a standardized form, which also documented factors affecting Cdyn identified through literature and an online survey. Various spirometry technologies were used. The substantial variance in Cdyn measurements led to a comprehensive analysis using a multiple linear regression model. Multicollinearity (variables highly correlated with each other) was addressed by investigating, transforming, or excluding factors. Initial simple linear regression assessed each variable's individual effect on Cdyn, followed by a multiple linear regression model constructed via stepwise forward selection and backward elimination.

Results:
The best-fitting model identified a linear relationship between Cdyn and body mass when the following conditions were met: high BCS (Body Condition Score), orotracheal tubes 80%) exposure for more than 10 minutes before Cdyn measurement. In cases where these conditions were not met, additional factors needed to be incorporated into the model. Low (1/9, 2/9, 3/9) and medium (4/9, 5/9) BCS, an orotracheal tube of the predicted size or larger and longer inspiratory times were associated with increased Cdyn. The use of alternative spirometry sensors, including Ped-lite, or prolonged exposure to high FIO2 levels resulted in decreased Cdyn.

Conclusion and clinical relevance:
Establishing a reference interval for Cdyn proved challenging. A single reference interval may be misleading or unhelpful in clinical practice. Nevertheless, this study offers valuable insights into the factors affecting Cdyn in healthy anesthetized dogs, which should be considered in clinical assessments.
Original languageEnglish
Article number1490494
Number of pages16
JournalFrontiers in Veterinary Science
Volume11
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 28 Nov 2024

Bibliographical note

Publisher Copyright:
Copyright © 2024 Raillard, Mosing, Raisis, Auckburally, Beaumont, Downing, Heselton, MacFarlane, Portier, Robertson, Soares, Steblaj, Wringe and Levionnois.

Keywords

  • anesthesia
  • monitoring
  • compliance
  • ventilation
  • dynamic compliance
  • dogs
  • spirometry
  • respiratory mechanics

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