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Explore Elsevier's Veterinary Science & Medicine resources and stay up-to-date with the latest research and development in the field, including reference and learning materials for students in veterinary medicine, veterinary technology/nursing, and veterinary assisting educational programs, as well as practicing veterinarians. This content portfolio covers all areas of Veterinary Science & Medicine, including small animals, large animals, exotic animals, avian medicine, zoo and food animal medicine, anatomy, basic science, pharmacology, and laboratory medicine. Elsevier's full solution includes textbooks, reference titles, point-of-care manuals, dictionary, coloring book, drug guides, and more.

    • Advances in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Equine Tendon and Ligament Injuries, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 41-2
      • May 28, 2025
      • Sushmitha Durgam
      • English
      • Hardback
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      In this issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice, guest editor Dr. Sushmitha Durgam brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Equine Tendon and Ligament Injuries. Top experts provide comprehensive and up-to-date guidance on tendon/ligament structure/extracellu... matrix composition and the role in tendon/ligament function. This issue covers injury mechanisms and biological process that warrant considerations for incorporating and developing therapeutics, cutting-edge diagnostic tools and modalities, and current medical and surgical therapies and rehabilitation strategies for managing tendon and ligament injuries.
    • Anestesiología y cuidados intensivos

      • 2nd Edition
      • April 15, 2025
      • María del Mar Granados Machuca + 2 more
      • Juan Morgaz Rodríguez + 2 more
      • Spanish
      • Paperback
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      Manuales clínicos de Veterinaria es una novedosa colección de guías prácticas que ofrecen a clínicos y estudiantes información concisa y clara acerca de las diferentes especialidades veterinarias, con especial énfasis en la toma de decisiones en el día a día de la práctica clínica. La nueva edición plenamente actualizada ofrece la información necesaria sobre las principales áreas de esta especialidad en diversas especies animales. Incorpora nuevos capítulos acerca de la clasificación y evaluación de dolor y el manejo integral del dolor perioperatorio y del dolor crónico en perros y gatos y en caballos; se incluye también, en la sección “Caballos”, un nuevo capítulo sobre anestesia en neonatos y potros. Esta obra ampliamente ilustrada con numerosas imágenes en color, está destinada a estudiantes de Veterinaria y graduados que quieran profundizar en sus conocimientos sobre anestesiología veterinaria. Asimismo, proporciona al clínico un recurso práctico para la toma de decisiones sobre qué procedimiento anestésico emplear en cada caso y en cada especie, de la mano de un equipo internacional de autores cuya experiencia abarca los campos de la clínica, la docencia y la investigación. Incluye una sección sobre aspectos generales como la valoración preanestésica, la estabilización y la monitorización del paciente, el control ácido-base y la ventilación mecánica; contenidos sobre una gran variedad de especies animales: perros y gatos, caballos, pequeños mamíferos, reptiles, aves, rumiantes y cerdos.
    • Mastitis in Ruminants, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 41-2
      • June 9, 2025
      • Patrick J. Gorden
      • English
      • Hardback
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      In this issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice, guest editor Dr. Patrick Gorden brings his considerable expertise to the topic of Mastitis in Ruminants. Top experts provide an up-to-date review of current concepts on prevention and treatment of ruminant mastitis, with additional articles on non-traditional therapies for clinical mastitis, small ruminant therapies, and diagnostics.
    • Hot Topics in Emergency and Critical Care, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 55-3
      • May 5, 2025
      • Elisa M. Mazzaferro
      • English
      • Hardback
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      In this issue of Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice, guest editor Dr. Elisa Mazzaferro brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Hot Topics in Emergency and Critical Care. Top experts discuss topics such as crystalloids versus colloids: same controversy, new information; current standards and practices in small animal mechanical ventilation; extracorporeal therapies in the emergency room and intensive care unit; controversies of and indications for the use of glucocorticoids in the ICU and the emergency room; and more.
    • Small Animal Dermatology, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 55-2
      • February 17, 2025
      • Bailey Brame + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      In this issue of Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice, guest editors Drs. Bailey Brame and Peter Canning bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Small Animal Dermatology. Top experts discuss areas of veterinary dermatology with recent developments in treatment or diagnosis, as well as emerging diseases, pathogens which are on the rise in North America, and clinical entities that are being seen more often. Articles cover key topics of interest to both general practitioners and veterinary specialists.
    • Hepatology, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 55-4
      • June 13, 2025
      • Kate Aicher + 2 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      In this issue of Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice, guest editors Drs. Kate Aicher, João Cavasin, and Jonathan A. Lidbury bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Hepatology. Top experts highlight important topics in the field of small animal hepatology, areas of major recent advances. Topics cover cytological and histological evaluation of the liver; formulating diagnostic, therapeutic, and nutritional plans for common liver diseases of dogs and cats; newly discovered diseases such as domestic cat hepanavirus; and previously poorly characterized liver disorders, such as granulomatous hepatitis.
    • Biosecurity of Ruminants, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 41-1
      • February 7, 2025
      • Kelly Still Brooks + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      In this issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice, guest editors Drs. Kelly Still-Brooks and Julia Herman bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Biosecurity of Ruminants. Top experts cover emerging issues in global practice as well as human/animal interface and niche operations. Articles include abortion diseases, respiratory health, salmonella; and much more.
    • Muscle Disorders of Horses, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 41-1
      • March 18, 2025
      • Stephanie Valberg + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      In this issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice, guest editors Drs. Erica McKenzie and Stephanie Valberg bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Muscle Disorders of Horses. Top experts in the field discuss all major equine muscle disorders, covering the current state of knowledge about their pathophysiology, diagnosis, management, and treatment. This issue is authored by global experts in these topics, representing a rare collation of their collective expertise.
    • Veterinary Medical Terminology

      • 4th Edition
      • September 3, 2025
      • Dawn E. Christenson
      • English
      • Paperback
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      Organized by body system, this user-friendly textbook helps you quickly gain a solid understanding of veterinary terminology. Essential word parts and terms are presented in the context of basic anatomy, physiology, and disease conditions, enabling you to immediately apply new terms to practical clinical situations. A companion Evolve website features interactive exercises that reinforce your mastery of veterinary terminology, as well as audio clips to help you learn proper pronunciation. Learning exercises at the end of each chapter test your knowledge, challenging you to go beyond simple memorization and become fluent in the language of veterinary medicine. With the latest advancements in the field and all-new learning exercises throughout, Veterinary Medical Terminology, 4th Edition, is an essential resource for learning medical terms and understanding basic principles of veterinary medicine.
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine, Part II, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 54-6
      • October 17, 2024
      • Christina V. Tran
      • English
      • Hardback
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      In this issue of Veterinary Clinics: Small Animal Practice, guest editor Dr. Christina V. Tran brings her considerable expertise to the topic of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Veterinary Medicine, Part II. Top experts discuss the challenges and opportunities faced by the veterinary profession in meeting the needs of an increasingly diverse client base. A look back at the history of DEI efforts offers context for the ongoing need for systemic and organizational change. Articles also explore the connection between areas such as veterinary education, practice management, access to care, animal welfare, and leadership development in veterinary medicine through the lens of diversity, equity and inclusion.