Description
The most effective, practical approach to the recognition and management of cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary diseases and disorders, Manual of Canine and Feline Cardiology, Sixth Edition, walks you through the challenges and conditions encountered in everyday clinical practice. This completely updated edition includes vital information on clinical treatments, diets, minimally invasive surgery, interventional procedures and imaging techniques. New artwork and enhanced coverage of cardiovascular disorders and treatment methods ensures you are well-equipped to handle every aspect of cardiac care in small animals.- NEW! Coverage of the latest developments includes clinical treatments, diets, minimally invasive surgery, interventional procedures, and imaging techniques- NEW! eBook version, included with every new print purchase, allows digital access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud- NEW and UPDATED! Enhanced content and new artwork throughout, including new ultrasound images, provide current coverage of canine and feline cardiology- UPDATED! Appendix material includes a comprehensive drug formulary with commonly used cardiopulmonary drugs, along with formulations, indications, and dosages for both dogs and cats- Current content on common cardiovascular disorders and practical treatment methods addresses topics such as cardiac failure, cardiac arrhythmias, conduction disturbances, cardiopulmonary arrest, and more- Easy-to-follow organization separates content into three sections that build on each other — Section 1: Diagnosis of Heart Disease; Section 2: Cardiovascular Disease; Section 3: Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease- Extensive art program contains vivid illustrations, clinical photographs, and color Doppler images- Streamlined text, bullet points, and helpful boxes highlight the most important clinical content for point-of-care reference- Key points spotlight key information, diagnosis considerations, clinical tips, and more
Table of Contents
Section 1: Diagnosis of Heart Disease1. History and Physical Examination2. Radiology of the Heart3. Electrocardiography4. Echocardiography and Doppler Ultrasound5. Special Diagnostic Techniques for Evaluation of Cardiac DiseaseSection 2: Cardiovascular Disease6. Acquired Valvular Disease7. Canine Cardiomyopathy8. Feline Cardiomyopathy9. Cor Pulmonale and Pulmonary Thromboembolism10. Heartworm Disease11. Pericardial Disorders and Cardiac Tumors12. Congenital Heart Disease13. Cardiovascular Effects of Systemic Diseases14. Systemic HypertensionSection 3: Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease15. Pathophysiology and Therapy of Heart Failure16. Treatment of Cardiac Arrhythmias and Conduction Disturbances17. Cardiopulmonary Arrest and Resuscitation18. Emergency Management and Critical Care19. Anesthesia of the Cardiac Patient20. Cardiac Surgery21. Pacemaker Therapy22. Nutrition and Cardiovascular Disease
