Handbook of Small Animal Practice 5th Edition continues to provide you with the most up-to-date and clinically pertinent information in an understandable and easy-to-use outline format. Organized by body system, This Handbook of Veterinary Practitioners and Clinicians offers a fresh perspective on many small animal diseases and disorders and emphasizes practical and applicable methods of diagnosis, treatment, and follow-up care.
A systems-based, outline format gives you quick access to the information you need to diagnose and treat your patients
Contains 19 distinct sections, including one on each of the 11 body systems
An Anesthesia Protocols chapter provides you with quick and easy access to canine and feline anesthesia protocols, as well as drug options for problem cases
Contain an expanded drug formulary provides you with information on many of the new drugs and new applications along with specific dosages designated for either โdogโ or โcat.โ
Table of Contents
Table of Contents:
Preoperative Evaluation and Anesthetic Protocols
Collection and Interpretation of Laboratory Data
Selected Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures
Contrast Radiography
Cardiovascular System Introduction
Cardiac Arrhythmias
Cardiopulmonary Arrest
Congenital Heart Disease
Acquired Atrioventricular Valvular Disease
Acquired Myocardial Diseases
Pericardial Disorders
Heartworm Disease
Respiratory System Introduction
Diseases of the Nasal Cavity and Paranasal Sinuses
Diseases of the Larynx and Pharynx
Diseases of the Trachea
Diseases of the Lower Airway
Pulmonary Parenchymal Diseases
Diseases of the Pleural Cavity
Diseases of the Mediastinum and Chest Wall
Neurologic System Introduction
Seizures and Sleep Disorders
Disorders of the Brain
Disorders of the Spinal Cord
Disorders of the Peripheral Nerves
Digestive System Introduction
Diseases of the Oral Cavity and Pharynx
Dental Diseases
Diseases of Salivary Glands
Esophageal Diseases
Diseases of the Stomach
Gastric Dilatation-Volvulus
Diseases of the Small Intestines
Diseases of the Large Intestine
Diseases of the Anus and Perianal Region
Diseases of the Exocrine Pancreas
Diseases of the Hepatobiliary System
Diseases of the Peritoneum
Acute Abdomen Syndrome
Endocrine and Metabolic System Introduction
Diseases of the Pituitary Gland
Diseases of the Thyroid
Disorders of the Parathyroid Gland
Diseases of the Endocrine Pancreas (Islet Cells)
Diseases of the Adrenal Gland
Miscellaneous Endocrine Disorders
Urinary System Introduction
Diseases of the Kidney
Diseases of the Ureter
Diseases of the Urinary Bladder
Micturition Disorders
Diseases of the Urethra
Diseases of the Prostate
Reproductive System Introduction
Diseases of the Ovary
Diseases of the Testes and Epididymides
Diseases of the Uterus
Diseases of the Vagina
Diseases of the External Male Genitalia
Diseases of the Mammary Glands
Disorders of Canine Reproduction
Disorders of Feline Reproduction
Hemolymphatic System Introduction
Disorders of Red Blood Cells
Disorders of White Blood Cells
Myeloproliferative Disorders
Platelet Disorders and von Willebrand Disease
Disorders of Coagulation and Fibrinolysis
Diseases of Lymph Nodes and Lymphatics
Disorders of the Spleen
Transfusion Medicine
Principles of Oncology
Paraneoplastic Diseases
Immune System Introduction
Immunodeficiency Disorders
Immune-Mediated Diseases
Immunoproliferative Disorders
Diseases of the Thymus
Musculoskeletal System Introduction
Diseases of Joints and Ligaments
Diseases of Bone
Diseases of Muscle and Tendons
Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation
Dermatologic System Introduction
Pruritic Skin Diseases
Disorders Causing Focal Alopecia
Disorders Causing Symmetrical Alopecia
Papular, Pustular, and Subcutaneous Skin Diseases
Nodular Dermatoses
Regional Dermatoses
Erosive and Ulcerative Diseases of the Skin
Pigmentary Disorders of the Skin
Crusting and Scaling Dermatoses
Diseases of the Eye Introduction
Diseases of Eyelids
Disorders of the Conjunctiva and Third Eyelid
Disorders of the Lacrimal and Nasolacrimal System
Diseases of the Cornea and Sclera
Diseases of the Anterior Uveal Tract
Glaucoma
Diseases of the Lens and Vitreous
Disorders of the Posterior Segment
Diseases of the Orbit
Ocular Manifestations of Systemic Disease
Neuroophthalmology
Diseases of the Ear Introduction
Diseases of the External Ear and Pinna
Diseases of the Middle and Inner Ear
Deafness
Infectious Diseases Introduction
Systemic Mycoses
Viral Infections
Bacterial Infections
Mixed Respiratory Infections
Rickettsial Infections
Protozoal Infections
Introduction to Behavioral Diagnosis and Treatment
Canine Behavioral Disorders
Feline Behavioral Disorders
Nutrition Introduction
Nutrition in Health
Nutrition in Disease
Toxicology Introduction
Rodenticides
Insecticides and Molluscicides
Household Hazards
Human Medications
Outdoor Hazards
Illicit Human Drugs
Herbal Toxicities
Toxic Plants
Shock
Electrical Cord and Smoke Inhalation Injuries
Burns
Heat Prostration
Envenomations
Appendix I. Normal Physiologic Values
Appendix II. Units, Abbreviations, and Equivalents
Appendix III. Calibration Tables for Schiotz Tonometry