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OverviewThe ability to perform a good clinical examination is an essential tool that the practicing veterinarian must possess. Written by leading experts in small and large animal medicine and edited by cattle, equine and small animal experts, this new book provides all the information required to perform a thorough clinical examination of all small and large species, and of all organ systems. Initial chapters on restraint and handling and information gathering set the scene for the chapters on assessment of individual organ systems, giving the reader all they need to know to reach an accurate diagnosis of all clinical conditions. Handy clinical pointer boxes highlight key clinical information, and many tables and text boxes list important information in an easily-accessible format. Liberally illustrated with over 240 black and white prints, 38 colour prints and 150 line illustrations, Veterinary Clinical Examination and Diagnosis gives you all the tools you need to examine your patients and reach an accurate diagnosis. Features: * useful for students and practicing veterinarians * full of clear, informative text on all aspects of examination * over 430 illustrations enhance the text and clearly demonstrate the techniques of examination * handy clinical pointers give guidelines on key points * written and edited by small and large animal experts worldwide - edited by cattle, equine and small animal experts * large number of tables and text boxes summarise key information in an easy-to-read style New to this edition: * Substantially revised and expanded chapter on toxins * All chapters fully revised * New 'quick review' synopsis section for complex diseases in Section I of the book, so that key information is easy to find * More didactic style of writing to make for quicker assimilation of key information Full Product DetailsAuthor: Otto M. Radostits (Emeritus Professor, Department of Large Animal Clinical Sciences, Western College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Saskatchewan, Canada) , I. G. Mayhew, BVSc, PhD, FRCVS (Dipl ACVIM, ECVN, Royal School of Veterinary Studies, University of Edinburgh, Easter Bush, Roslin, Midlothian, Scotland) , Doreen M. Houston, DVM (Canada)Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences Imprint: W B Saunders Co Ltd Edition: 2nd Revised edition Dimensions: Width: 17.80cm , Height: 4.40cm , Length: 24.10cm Weight: 2.330kg ISBN: 9780702024764ISBN 10: 0702024767 Pages: 800 Publication Date: 05 September 2000 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print  This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsSection I: Principles Chapter 1. Introduction and Orientation Chapter 2. Reaching a Diagnosis Section II: Evaluation of the Patient Chapter 3. Clinical Examination Techniques Chapter 4. Veterinary Medical Records Chapter 5. Handling and Restraint of Animals Chapter 6. The Clinical Examination Chapter 7. Clinical Examination of Dogs and Cats Chapter 8. Clinical Examination of Horses and Foals Chapter 9. Clinical Examination of Cattle and Calves Chapter 10. Clinical Examination of Sheep and Goats Chapter 11. Clinical Examination of Llamas and Alpacas Chapter 12. Clinical Examination of Pigs Section III: Evaluation of Body Systems Chapter 13. Integumentary System Chapter 14. Cardiovascular System Chapter 15. Lymphatic System Chapter 16. Respiratory System Chapter 17. Alimentary System Chapter 18. Urinary System Chapter 19. Nervous System Chapter 20. Visual System Chapter 21. Musculoskeletal System Chapter 22. Reproductive System Chapter 23. Mammary GlandsReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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