Textbook of Small Animal Surgery: 2-Volume Set by Douglas Slatter
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- Pub. Date: December 2002
- 2896pp
- Sales Rank: 121,625
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Product Details
- Pub. Date: December 2002
- Publisher: Saunders W B Co
- Format: Hardcover, 2896pp
- Sales Rank: 121,625
- ISBN-13: 9780721686073
- ISBN: 0721686079
- Edition Number: 3
- Edition Description: REV
Synopsis
This two-volume masterwork offers explicit guidelines for evaluating patients, selecting the right operation, and implementing clinically proven procedures. It covers major topics relevant to the field such as oncology, ophthalmology, dentistry, the nervous system, the urinary and reproductive systems, and more. The up-to-date 3rd edition features an increased emphasis on decision-making algorithms and high-quality images that depict relevant anatomy, diagnostic features, and sequential steps in operative procedures. Expanded, detailed coverage assists the reader with learning and applying the latest surgical techniques.
- Contributors from three different continents and 17 countries, outstanding in their fields, lend a global perspective to the work.
- Extensive, high-quality illustrations aid the reader in clear visualization of techniques, instrumentation, and diagnosis.
- References for each chapter direct the reader to further sources of information.
- An appendix of normal laboratory values for the dog and cat put this essential information within easy reach.
- A cardiopulmonary resuscitation algorithm is printed on the inside front cover for quick and easy reference.
- A quick guide to evaluation and initial stabilization of life-threatening cardiopulmonary complications is printed on the inside back cover for immediate access to crucial information.
- The section on critical care has been expanded to include more complete information.
- 10 new section editors and 146 new contributors bring new insight to topics in their areas of expertise.
- 38 new chapters, including a chapter on arthroscopy,reflect current knowledge and advances.
- Detailed coverage of surgery techniques present explicit, easy-to-follow guidelines and procedures.
- An increased emphasis on decision-making algorithms makes the book even more clinically useful.
- Each chapter has been thoroughly revised, providing the most comprehensive scope of coverage for each topic.
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This book contains black-and-white illustrations.
Cathy L. Greenfield
This two-volume book is a comprehensive reference that deals with all areas of small animal surgery. It includes good quality photographs and drawings of surgical procedures and some algorithms to help with surgical decision making. This is the second edition of this book; the first edition was published in 1985. The purpose is to provide the current, scientifically accepted facts of veterinary surgery. It is intended to be a definitive reference that includes all relevant and current material in each area. The first edition was an excellent reference and a second, more current edition, is a very worthwhile pursuit. This book meets the author's objectives well. The target audience includes veterinary students, surgery residents, practitioners, and veterinary surgeons. The information presented is appropriate for all of these audiences. The surgical procedures covered vary from simple, straightforward ones to complicated procedures and are applicable to all levels of surgical expertise. The authors of most chapters are well qualified to write in the designated areas. This book has introductory sections on surgical biology and surgical methods. It is then organized by body systems. Most of the systems sections start with a review of the pertinent anatomy and physiology, and then discuss specific problems encountered in small animal patients involving that body system. There are also sections on oncology and anesthesia. The book is well illustrated with photographs and line drawings of surgical conditions and procedures. The quantity and quality of references vary with t he individual contributors, but they are appropriate in most chapters. This two-volume set is the most complete smallanimal surgery reference available. It is a valuable reference tool for any small animal surgeon. The anatomy and physiology reviews of the body systems are very useful and nicely complement the discussions of surgically treated diseases. It is recommended as a reference for veterinary students, practitioners who perform surgery on small animal patients, veterinary surgeons, and libraries. The more current and complete information presented in this second edition make it a worthwhile investment.
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Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons; Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
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A standard for veterinary students.by Dana79DC
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July 25, 2009: Great, comprehensive text for veterinary students. Informative and complete.
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