Gilmore, D.P., Da-Costa, C.P. and Duarte, D.P.F. (2000) An update on the physiology of two- and three-toed sloths. Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research, 33(2), pp. 129-146. (doi: 10.1590/s0100-879x2000000200001) (PMID:10657054)
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Abstract
Physiological and pharmacological research undertaken on sloths during the past 30 years is comprehensively reviewed. This includes the numerous studies carried out upon the respiratory and cardiovascular systems, anesthesia, blood chemistry, neuromuscular responses, the brain and spinal cord, vision, sleeping and waking, water balance and kidney function and reproduction. Similarities and differences between the physiology of sloths and that of other mammals are discussed in detail.
| Item Type: | Articles |
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| Status: | Published |
| Refereed: | Yes |
| Glasgow Author(s) Enlighten ID: | Gilmore, Dr Des |
| Authors: | Gilmore, D.P., Da-Costa, C.P., and Duarte, D.P.F. |
| College/School: | College of Medical Veterinary and Life Sciences > School of Life Sciences |
| Journal Name: | Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research |
| Publisher: | Associação Brasileira de Divulgação Científica |
| ISSN: | 0100-879X |
| ISSN (Online): | 1414-431X |
| Copyright Holders: | Copyright © 2000 The Authors |
| First Published: | First published in Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research 33(2): 129-146 |
| Publisher Policy: | Reproduced under a Creative Commons License |
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