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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.

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    • Anesthesia and Analgesia for Veterinary Technicians

      • 5th Edition
      • March 23, 2016
      • John Thomas + 1 more
      • English
      • eBook
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      Covering essential principles of anesthesia administration and pain management in small and large animals, Anesthesia and Analgesia for Veterinary Technicians, 5th Edition is completely updated with the latest drugs and techniques. This entry-level practical resource prepares you to properly administer anesthesia with the most up-to-date information on pre-anesthetic preparation of the patient, induction procedures, monitoring animals’ vital signs during the anesthetic period, and postoperative care. Dive into interesting discussions of actions and side effects of anesthetic agents; the physiology of respiration, heart rate, and blood pressure; emergency response; anesthetic equipment; and specialized techniques — and take a more integrated approach to learning techniques for anesthesia administration with the text’s expertly illustrated step-by-step procedures.

    • Update on Ruminant Ultrasound, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 32-1
      • March 14, 2016
      • Sébastien Buczinski
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      This issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Food Animal Practice focuses on Ruminant Ultrasound. Article topics include: On-farm use of ultrasound for assessment of bovine respiratory disease, Echocardiography for the assessment of congenital heart defects in calves, Ultrasonography of the tympanic bulla and otitis media, Ultrasonography of the central nervous system and ultrasound guided CSF tap, Ultrasonographic examination of the abdomen of calves, Ascites in cattle: ultrasonographic findings and diagnosis, Ultrasonographic doppler use for reproduction management in heifers and cows, Ultrasound use for body condition and carcass quality assessment in cattle and lambs, and more!

    • Farm Animal Surgery

      • 2nd Edition
      • March 1, 2016
      • Susan L. Fubini + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      **Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 in Veterinary Medicine**Master the surgical techniques needed to treat large animals! A comprehensive resource, Farm Animal Surgery, 2nd Edition provides clear, step-by-step guidelines to performing common, field-tested surgical procedures. Coverage includes key information such as patient examination and preparation, diagnostic imaging, surgical procedures by body system, anesthesia concerns, fluid therapy, and postoperative management. Written by large animal specialists Susan Fubini and Norm Ducharme, along with a team of expert contributors, this resource is also an invaluable tool in preparing for ACVS or ECVS board exams.

    • Dictionary of Veterinary Nursing

      • 4th Edition
      • February 24, 2016
      • Denis Richard Lane + 2 more
      • English
      • Paperback
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      • eBook
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      The fourth edition of the Dictionary of Veterinary Nursing is a must-have, highly practical source of information for student and qualified veterinary nurses and for anyone working in animal care. Covering all companion animals, equine, poultry and exotic patients this is the only dictionary written specifically for veterinary nurses that covers all aspects of the veterinary nursing curriculum. This new edition has been thoroughly updated and expanded to ensure all the information you require can be easily accessed.

    • Guide to the Dissection of the Dog

      • 8th Edition
      • January 15, 2016
      • Howard E. Evans + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      **Selected for Doody’s Core Titles® 2024 in Veterinary Medicine**Get an up-close look at canine anatomy with the only complete guide to the dissection of the dog. Utilizing detailed descriptions and more than 300 high-quality color anatomic drawings, Guide to the Dissection of the Dog, 8th Edition walks you through how to perform precise canine dissections while developing your understanding of basic mammalian structure and specific canine features. Each chapter offers self-contained guidance on the dissection of a specific body part, allowing you to perform dissections in whatever sequence your choose. Other helpful features include: an emphasis on the anatomical knowledge and terminology from the Nomina Anatomica Veterinaria; a comprehensive list of all figures and tables; and an extensive list of references for further research. In all, this one-of-a-kind canine dissection manual is the resource you need to better understand and review what you are learning in your first-year dissection course.

    • Endoscopy, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 46-1
      • January 7, 2016
      • MaryAnn G. Radlinsky
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      Dr. MaryAnn Radlinsky has assembled an expert team of authors on the topic of Small Animal Endoscopy. Articles include: Advances in equipment and instrumentation for endoscopic surgery, Anesthesia for endoscopy, Advances in laparoscopy, Assisted laparoscopic procedures, Advances in flexible endoscopy, Advances in otoscopy, Advances in urinary tract endoscopy, and more!

    • Glaucoma, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Small Animal Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 45-6
      • December 21, 2015
      • Stefano Pizzirani
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      Dr. Stefano Pizzirani has assembled an expert panel of authors on the topic of small animal Glaucoma. Articles include: Functional anatomy of the outflow facilities,Epidemiol... of idiopathic canine glaucoma,Pathophysio... and classification of idiopathic canine glaucoma,Genetics of idiopathic canine glaucoma,Clinical signs,Medical treatment of idiopathic canine glaucoma,Ocular pathology in canine glaucoma,Feline Glaucoma, and more!

    • Current Therapy in Exotic Pet Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • December 14, 2015
      • Mark Mitchell + 1 more
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      This brand-new, full-color reference is a foundational text for veterinarians and veterinary students learning about companion exotic animal diseases. Organized by body system, Current Therapy in Exotic Pet Practice walks students through the most relevant information concerning the diagnosis and treatment of exotic animals — including the most relevant information on anatomy, physical examination, diagnostic testing, disease conditions, therapeutics, epidemiology of diseases, and zoonoses. Topics such as captive care, current standards of care for all exotic species, veterinary clinical epidemiology, and the effective prevention and management of infectious diseases are also included.

    • Equine Neonatology, An Issue of Veterinary Clinics of North America: Equine Practice

      • 1st Edition
      • Volume 31-3
      • December 7, 2015
      • Pamela A. Wilkins
      • English
      • Hardback
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      • eBook
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      This issue on Equine Neonatology is guest edited by Pam Wilkins and covers topics such as: Imaging the Equine Neonatal Respiratory Tract: CT and Radiographs; Defining the Systemic Inflammatory Response Syndrome in the Equine Neonate;Ultrasonogra... Examination of the Equine Neonate: Thorax and Abdomen;The Equine Neonatal Cardiovascular System in Health and Disease;The Transition From Fetus to Neonate: The Renal System;Sepsis and Septic Shock in the Equine Neonate;The Equine Neonatal Acute Abdomen;Anesthesia of the Equine Neonate in Health and Disease;The Normal and Abnormal Equine Neonatal Musculoskeletal System, and more!

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