Effect of Medetomidine-Butorphanol-Ketamine (Kitty Magic) Anaesthesia In Quails

Authors : Ömer Kırgız, Gökhan Akçakavak

Pages : 580-587

Doi:10.35229/jaes.1709040

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Publication Date : 2025-09-30

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :The use of injectable anesthetics in avian species is an essential practice in veterinary medicine, offering a simpler and safer alternative to inhalational agents. This study aimed to investigate the clinical, biochemical and histopathological effects of the Kitty Magic protocol, which consists of a combination of ketamine, butorphanol and medetomidine, on quail (Coturnix coturnix japonica). Clinical parameters, including heart rate (HR), respiratory rate (RR), and cloacal temperature, were monitored before and after anesthesia. HR and RR significantly decreased during the procedure, while cloacal temperature dropped progressively, with a notable reduction by the 60th minute. Biochemical analysis revealed significant changes in AST, ALP, GLU, BUN, and CRE, indicating potential alterations in liver and kidney function. Histopathological examination showed vacuolar degeneration of hepatocytes, renal tubular degeneration, desquamation, congestion, and inflammatory cell infiltration. The findings suggest that the Kitty Magic protocol is a safe and effective anesthetic option for short-term procedures in avian species. However, the observed histopathological changes, particularly in the liver and kidneys, indicate the need for careful monitoring during repeated or prolonged use of this protocol. The study emphasizes the importance of considering both biochemical and histopathological effects in evaluating the safety and efficacy of anesthetic protocols in avian medicine.
Keywords : Coturnix coturnix japonica, klinik parametre, monitorizasyon, histopatoloji, biyokimya

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