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Canine and Feline Nephrology and Urology

  • 2nd Edition - October 29, 2010
  • Latest edition
  • Authors: Dennis J. Chew, Stephen P. DiBartola, Patricia Schenck
  • Language: English

The prevalence of urinary tract diseases and disorders in small animal practice is higher than ever. The 2nd edition of Canine and Feline Nephrology and Urology makes it easy to f… Read more

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The prevalence of urinary tract diseases and disorders in small animal practice is higher than ever. The 2nd edition of Canine and Feline Nephrology and Urology makes it easy to find the information you need to accurately diagnose and manage diseases and disorders of the urinary tract in dogs and cats. Its concise outline format features practical clinical content, line drawings that clearly illustrate the initiation and progression of disease, photographs that demonstrate the clinical appearance of various lesions, and tables and boxes that offer essential information at a glance. Expert authors Dennis J. Chew, Stephen P. DiBartola, and Patricia Schenck keep you current with revised and brand-new content based upon the latest studies and evidence-based medicine, helping you prevent and most effectively manage kidney, bladder, and related conditions.

Key features

  • Outline format with concise, clinically focused content helps you quickly and easily find the information you need to accurately diagnose and effectively manage urinary tract diseases and disorders.
  • Practical clinical tips and guidelines including algorithms, FAQs, and case management recommendations.
  • Special boxes highlight key information at a glance.
  • Concise, need-to-know information about renal and lower urinary tract pathophysiology provides essential background for clinical application.

Table of contents

  1. Urinalysis
  2. Clinical Evaluation of the Urinary Tract
  3. Acute Renal Failure
  4. Specific Syndromes Causing Acute Intrinsic Renal Failure
  5. Chronic Renal Failure
  6. Familial Renal Diseases of Dogs and Cats
  7. Diseases of the Glomerulus
  8. Cystitis and Urethritis – Infections: Urinary Tract Infection
  9. Urolithiasis
  10. Non-obstructive Idiopathic or Interstitial Cystitis of Cats
  11. Obstructive Uropathy and Nephropathy
  12. Urinary Tract Trauma and Uroperitoneum
  13. Disorders of Micturtion and Urinary Incontinence
  14. Tumors of the Urinary System
  15. Approach to Polyuria and Polydipsia (PU/PD)
  16. Miscellaneous Syndromes

Review quotes

"A great tool for anybody wishing to know the latest on uro-nephrology."

Tomorrow's Vets, July 2011

Product details

  • Edition: 2
  • Latest edition
  • Published: October 29, 2010
  • Language: English

About the authors

DC

Dennis J. Chew

Affiliations and expertise
Professor of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH

SD

Stephen P. DiBartola

Affiliations and expertise
Professor of Medicine, Associate Dean for Administration and Curriculum, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences and Veterinary Administration, College of Veterinary Medicine, The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH, USA

PS

Patricia Schenck

Affiliations and expertise
Section Chief, Endocrine Diagnostic Section, Diagnostic Center for Population and Animal Health, Michigan State University, Lansing, MI

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