Diagnostic Techniques in Equine Medicine
- 2nd Edition - September 22, 2009
- Latest edition
- Editors: Frank G. R. Taylor, Tim Brazil, Mark H. Hillyer
- Language: English
Whether to confirm a diagnosis or to narrow down a list of differentials, a wide range of tests, procedures and methods of investigation is available to veterinarians in equine pr… Read more
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Description
Description
Whether to confirm a diagnosis or to narrow down a list of differentials, a wide range of tests, procedures and methods of investigation is available to veterinarians in equine practice. However, practical information about particular techniques is often difficult to find in standard textbooks of equine medicine and surgery. Diagnostic Techniques in Equine Medicine provides the practical information required to be able to undertake all these procedures. This second edition is organised by techniques per organ system, has been updated thoroughly and includes new material.
Key features
Key features
- Clear step-by-step descriptions are illustrated with photographs and line drawings
- Walks you through conducting a thorough examination with observations on signs and symptoms
- User-friendly tables illustrate how different techniques can be applied to narrow down a list of differential diagnoses
- Helpful appendices demonstrate applications of different techniques to assist in defining a diagnosis
- An increased focus on ultrasound techniques
Readership
Readership
Table of contents
Table of contents
Alimeterary diseases
Chronic wasting
Liver diseases
Endocrine diseases
Urinary diseases
Genital diseases, fertility and pregnancy
Blood disorders
Cardiovascular diseases
Lymphatic diseases
Fluid, electrolyte and acid-base balance
Respiratory diseases
Muscoloskeletal diseases
Neurological diseases
Ocular diseases
Fat diseases
Skin diseases
Post-mortem investigations:
Post-mortem examination
Sudden and unexpected death
Index
Product details
Product details
- Edition: 2
- Latest edition
- Published: February 12, 2010
- Language: English
About the editors
About the editors
FT
Frank G. R. Taylor
TB
Tim Brazil
MH