
Manual of Canine and Feline Cardiology
- 6th Edition - December 27, 2024
- Imprint: Saunders
- Editors: Larry P. Tilley, Francis W. K. Smith, Meg M. Sleeper, Marc Kraus
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 3 6 5 9 - 0
- eBook ISBN:9 7 8 - 0 - 3 2 3 - 9 3 6 6 0 - 6
The most effective, practical approach to the recognition and management of cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary diseases and disorders, Manual of Canine and Feline Cardiology, Si… Read more

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Request a sales quote- NEW! Coverage of the latest developments includes clinical treatments, diets, minimally invasive surgery, interventional procedures, and imaging techniques
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- NEW and UPDATED! Enhanced content and new artwork throughout, including new ultrasound images, provide current coverage of canine and feline cardiology
- UPDATED! Appendix material includes a comprehensive drug formulary with commonly used cardiopulmonary drugs, along with formulations, indications, and dosages for both dogs and cats
- Current content on common cardiovascular disorders and practical treatment methods addresses topics such as cardiac failure, cardiac arrhythmias, conduction disturbances, cardiopulmonary arrest, and more
- Easy-to-follow organization separates content into three sections that build on each other — Section 1: Diagnosis of Heart Disease; Section 2: Cardiovascular Disease; Section 3: Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
- Extensive art program contains vivid illustrations, clinical photographs, and color Doppler images
- Streamlined text, bullet points, and helpful boxes highlight the most important clinical content for point-of-care reference
- Key points spotlight key information, diagnosis considerations, clinical tips, and more
Small and Mixed animal practitioners
1. History and Physical Examination
2. Radiology of the Heart
3. Electrocardiography
4. Echocardiography and Doppler Ultrasound
5. Special Diagnostic Techniques for the Evaluation of Cardiac Disease
SECTION 2: CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE
6. Acquired Valvular Disease
7. Canine Cardiomyopathy
8. Feline Cardiomyopathy
9. Cor Pulmonale and Pulmonary Thromboembolism
10. Heartworm Disease
11. Pericardial Disorders and Cardiac Tumors
12. Congenital Heart Disease
13. Cardiovascular Effects of Systemic Diseases
14. Systemic Hypertension
SECTION 3: TREATMENT OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE
15. Pathophysiology and Therapy of Heart Failure
16. Treatment of Cardiac Arrhythmias and Conduction Disturbances
17. Cardiopulmonary Arrest and Resuscitation
18. Emergency Management and Critical Care
19. Anesthesia of the Cardiac Patient
20. Cardiac Surgery
21. Pacemaker Therapy
22. Nutrition and Cardiovascular Disease
Appendices
Appendix 1: Canine and Feline Breed Predilections for Heart Disease
Appendix 2: Cardiopulmonary Drug Formulary
Appendix 3: Echocardiographic Normal Values
Appendix 4: Available Canine and Feline Genetic Tests for Breed-Specific Cardiac Diseases
Index
- Edition: 6
- Published: December 27, 2024
- Imprint: Saunders
- Language: English
- Paperback ISBN: 9780323936590
- eBook ISBN: 9780323936606
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Larry P. Tilley
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Francis W. K. Smith
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Meg M. Sleeper
Meg Sleeper, VMD, graduated cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania veterinary school in 1993. She is an associate professor of cardiology and served as section chief from 2001 to 2011. Dr. Sleeper has published over 70 peer-reviewed original papers, more than 50 review papers or case reports, and authored 4 books. She has lectured at numerous prestigious conferences, including the American Heart Association and the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine Forum, and has coordinated the small animal cardiology section at the AVMA conference since 2009. Dr. Sleeper has trained 18 veterinary cardiologists and joined the University of Florida veterinary school faculty in 2015. She serves on the editorial or review boards of 11 journals and has contributed to the Great Ape Heart Project since 2011, focusing on improving cardiac health in ape species.
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