Main description:

Key features

New chapter on nutrition

Includes new section of case studies

Completely revised and updated chapters throughout

This systematic yet concise guide to equine pediatric medicine covers etiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, differential diagnosis, diagnosis, and management. Beginning with a thorough explanation of the physical examination, the chapters then take the reader through the different disorders associated with each body system, including liver, cardiovascular, respiratory, opthalmologic, endocrine, and muscoskeletal diseases. A brand new chapter on nutrition has been added to this fully revised text.

The book is superbly illustrated throughout with photographs, diagrams, radiographs and tables, while a new section of in-depth case studies brings the information to life and is ideal for students. Equine practitioners will value this as a ready reference, while veterinary students and technicians can use it as a complete guide to equine pediatric disease.

Contents:

Physical Examination. Shock, Resuscitation, Fluid and Electrolyte Therapy. Infectious Diseases. Immunologic and Hematologic Disorders. Alimentary Tract Disorders. Liver Disorders. Cardiovascular Disorders. Respiratory Disorders. Urinary and Umbilical Disorders. Neurologic Disorders. Muscle and Neuromuscular Junction Disorders. Joint and Skeletal Disorders. Ophthalmologic Disorders. Dermatologic Disorders. Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders. Neoplasia. Pharmacology. Paediatric Nutrition. Case Studies.