Veterinary Surgical Oncology, 2nd Edition

The second edition of Veterinary Surgical Oncology is a comprehensive resource on surgical oncology for small animals, covering basic and advanced procedures, diagnostic testing, complications, aftercare, outcomes, prognosis, and adjuvant or alternative therapies. It emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to cancer treatment and includes new and expanded sections by specialist medical oncologists, surgeons, and a neurologist.

Format: Hardback
Length: 880 pages
Publication date: 09 May 2022
Publisher: John Wiley and Sons Ltd

Veterinary Surgical Oncology, the most comprehensive resource on surgical oncology for small animals, has been updated in its second edition. This comprehensive guide covers both basic and advanced surgical oncology procedures, providing in-depth coverage of surgical techniques and diagnostic testing. It also includes valuable information on complications, aftercare, outcomes, prognosis, and adjuvant or alternative therapies to assist veterinary surgeons and veterinary oncologists in making informed decisions.

Contributions from esteemed leaders in the field delve into the principles of surgical oncology, multimodal therapy, and interventional radiology, while describing surgical techniques across various anatomical structures.

The second edition of Veterinary Surgical Oncology has been extensively revised and expanded to include new material. A brand-new chapter explores the anatomic, functional, and ethical limits of surgical oncology procedures, providing valuable insights for practitioners. The book now offers expanded coverage of interventional oncology, discussing these techniques in relevant chapters and providing additional surgical procedures and information on other modalities such as extravasation of chemotherapy and the effects of chemotherapy and radiation therapy on wound healing.

To enhance the learning experience, the second edition features new figures, improved images, and the most up-to-date information. This authoritative surgical oncologic textbook emphasizes a multidisciplinary approach to cancer treatment, integrating diagnostic imaging, chemotherapy, radiation therapy, alternative therapies, and cancer biology.

Specialist medical oncologists, surgeons, and a specialist neurologist have contributed new and expanded sections to this edition, covering a wide range of topics and providing comprehensive guidance for veterinary practitioners. Whether you are a veterinary surgeon or oncologist, Veterinary Surgical Oncology is an essential resource for advancing your knowledge and expertise in surgical oncology for small animals.

Weight: 2374g
Dimension: 226 x 289 x 42 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781119089056