American Society of Anesthesiologists physical status classification predicts perianesthetic morbidity and mortality of companion pigs

Key Points

• The study aims to determine how well the ASA physical status classification predicts morbidity and mortality in companion pigs during the perianesthetic period.
• Preanesthetic assessments were conducted on companion pigs.
• Utilization of pulse oximetry and oxygen supplementation was assessed during anesthesia.
• Outcomes of morbidity and mortality were analyzed in relation to ASA classifications.
• Higher ASA classifications were associated with increased rates of perianesthetic morbidity.
• Mortality risks also increased with higher physical status classifications.