Textbook of Small Animal Emergency Medicine

It is a comprehensive reference on a major topic in veterinary medicine, edited by four respected experts, and is a core text for those studying for specialty examinations. It also includes access to a website with video clips, additional figures, and the figures from the book in PowerPoint.

Format: Hardback
Length: 1536 pages
Publication date: 04 December 2018
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

A comprehensive reference on a major topic in veterinary medicine
The only book in this discipline to cover the pathophysiology of disease in depth
Edited by four respected experts in veterinary emergency medicine
A core text for those studying for specialty examinations
Includes access to a website with video clips,additional figures,and the figures from the book in PowerPoint
The Textbook of Small Animal Emergency Medicine is a comprehensive and essential resource for veterinarians and veterinary students who want to gain a deep understanding of emergency disease processes and the underlying rationale for diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and prognosis in small animals. Written by four respected experts in veterinary emergency medicine, this book is the only one in its discipline to cover the pathophysiology of disease in depth. It is a core text for those studying for specialty examinations and provides access to a website with video clips, additional figures, and the figures from the book in PowerPoint.

The textbook is organized into four sections, each covering a different aspect of emergency medicine. The first section provides an overview of emergency disease processes, including the anatomy and physiology of small animals, the principles of diagnosis and treatment, and the importance of monitoring and prognosis. The second section covers specific emergency conditions, such as trauma, poisoning, respiratory distress, and gastrointestinal disorders. The third section focuses on critical care and stabilization, including resuscitation, fluid therapy, and medication administration. The fourth section discusses the management of chronic and complex conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, and cancer.

Throughout the textbook, the authors use a clear and concise writing style, accompanied by numerous illustrations and tables to help illustrate key concepts. The book also includes a comprehensive glossary of terms and a reference list for further reading.

In conclusion, the Textbook of Small Animal Emergency Medicine is an invaluable resource for veterinarians and veterinary students who want to improve their knowledge and skills in emergency medicine. It provides a comprehensive and up-to-date coverage of emergency disease processes, diagnostic techniques, and treatment options, and is edited by four respected experts in the field. With access to a website with additional resources, this textbook is an essential tool for anyone working in small animal emergency medicine.

Weight: 3586g
Dimension: 227 x 290 x 67 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119028932