Full Description
An indispensable resource for students and practitioners in large animal surgery, updated with new practices and techniques
Turner and McIlwraith's Techniques in Large Animal Surgery provides the critical knowledge needed to confidently approach even the most challenging surgical cases. Authored by highly experienced practitioners, this comprehensive resource offers step-by-step guidance on both routine procedures and complex surgical interventions for cattle, horses, swine, goats, llamas, and camelids. Concise chapters are organized in an efficient table-based format, allowing for rapid reference in both exam preparation and real-world clinical scenarios.
The fifth edition of this classic textbook continues to set the standard for clear and reliable guidance on large animal surgery, equipping readers with the most current knowledge in clinical veterinary practice. Carefully reviewed references and enhanced visuals are accompanied by critical updates on equine orthopedic surgery, veterinary anesthesia, dental surgery, upper respiratory surgery, and more.
Addressing everything from basic pre-surgical care to specialized reconstructive procedures, Turner and McIlwraith's Techniques in Large Animal Surgery:
Describes the surgical conditions and techniques commonly encountered in large animal practice
Covers general aspects of surgery including preoperative evaluation, suturing materials and patterns, and postoperative infection
Contains a wealth of high-quality illustrations that clarify each step in complex surgical procedures
Features interactive multiple-choice questions for self-assessment and reinforcing key concepts
Includes downloadable images in PowerPoint format, enabling instructors and practitioners to quickly create customized presentations
Turner and McIlwraith's Techniques in Large Animal Surgery, Fifth Edition is a must-have for veterinary students taking introductory surgery courses such as Principles of Surgery, Clinical Sciences, and Livestock Medicine, as well as for veterinary practitioners in equine and livestock surgery looking for an up-to-date reference.
Contents
Contributors xxiii
Preface to the Fifth Edition xxv
Preface to the Fourth Edition xxvii
Preface to the Third Edition xxix
Preface to the Second Edition xxxi
Preface to the First Edition xxxiii
About the Companion Website xxxv
1 Presurgical Considerations 1
Dean A. Hendrickson, DVM, MS, DACVS
2 Anesthesia and Fluid Therapy 7
Khursheed Mama DVM, DACVAA
3 Surgical Instruments 35
Dean A. Hendrickson, DVM, MS, DACVS
4 Suture Materials and Needles 63
Dean A. Hendrickson, DVM, MS, DACVS
5 Knots and Ligatures 75
Dean A. Hendrickson, DVM, MS, DACVS
6 Suture Patterns 81
Dean A. Hendrickson, DVM, MS, DACVS
7 Principles of Wound Management and the Use of Drains 101
Dean A. Hendrickson, DVM, MS, DACVS
8 Reconstructive Surgery of Wounds 113
Dean A. Hendrickson, DVM, MS, DACVS
9 Equine Orthopedic Surgery 127
Dean A. Hendrickson, DVM, MS, DACVS
10 Equine Urogenital Surgery 157
Dean A. Hendrickson, DVM, MS, DACVS
11 Surgery of the Equine Upper Respiratory Tract 197
Lauren K. Luedke, DVM, DACVS-LA and Dean A. Hendrickson, DVM, MS, DACVS
12 Equine Dental Surgery 213
Dr. Jennifer Rawlinson, DVM, DAVDC (Equine Specialty)
13 Equine Gastrointestinal Surgery 229
Dean A. Hendrickson, DVM, MS, DACVS
14 Bovine Gastrointestinal Surgery 245
A. N. Baird, DVM, MS, DACVS
15 Bovine Urogenital Surgery 271
A. N. Baird, DVM, MS, DACVS
16 Bovine General Surgery 315
A. N. Baird, DVM, MS, DACVS
17 Small Ruminant Surgery 341
A. N. Baird, DVM, MS, DACVS
18 Camelid Surgery 357
A. N. Baird, DVM, MS, DACVS
19 Swine Surgery 365
A. N. Baird, DVM, MS, DACVS
Index 379
