FELINE GASTROENTEROLOGY

This book aims to provide a comprehensive guide to feline alimentary tract health, focusing on problems unique to cats and discussing them in detail. It includes information from other specialties and covers feline-specific infectious and neoplastic diseases, as well as appropriate methods for retrieving samples.

Format: Hardback
Length: 568 pages
Publication date: 15 December 2021
Publisher: Edra Spa

The aim of this book is to provide a comprehensive and detailed examination of feline alimentary tract health, focusing on issues that are unique to cats in comparison to dogs. While it aims to be a comprehensive work on gastrointestinal (GI) health in cats, it also seeks to highlight areas where knowledge is lacking or can only be derived from comparison with other companion animal species or humans. Instead of being a broad overview of all GI topics in cats, this book aims to delve into novel and emerging areas, such as the feline microbiome or probiotics, which may not have been covered by standard textbooks.

The book takes a "medics perspective" on feline alimentary tract health, beginning with a structured approach to differential diagnoses based on the most common clinical signs. It incorporates valuable input from other specialties, including laboratory diagnostics, diagnostic imaging, clinical pathology and histopathology, and nutrition, which can be particularly challenging in cats. Additionally, the book covers feline-specific infectious and neoplastic diseases, providing appropriate methods for retrieving adequate samples from the alimentary tract in cats.

A particular focus is placed on the challenges of differentiating inflammation from neoplasia in several chapters, as these conditions can present similar clinical signs and require careful evaluation. To enhance the learning experience, additional materials and videos are available on the book's website, http://felinegastroenterology.edizioniedra.com. These resources include case studies, images, and videos that illustrate key concepts and provide further insight into feline GI health.

By focusing on problems unique to the feline alimentary tract and providing a comprehensive and multidisciplinary approach, this book aims to serve as a valuable resource for veterinarians, veterinary students, and anyone interested in feline health and welfare. It aims to improve understanding and treatment of feline GI disorders, promoting optimal feline health and well-being.

Weight: 1590g
Dimension: 204 x 273 x 32 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9788821452338