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Small Animal Medical Diagnosis
Michael D. Lorenz (Edited by), T. Mark Neer (Edited by), Paul DeMars (Edited by)
9780813813387, Wiley
Paperback / softback, published 25 September 2009
528 pages
24.6 x 17.3 x 2.3 cm, 0.998 kg
"This book fills a gap that exists between the quick reference texts that have proliferated recently and more extensive medical reference texts. It provides an approach to problems in manageable and meaningful chunks to create conceptual understanding, rather than providing an outline of facts and recommendations. The book is probably most useful for veterinary students and new graduates overwhelmed by the amount of information in other texts but facing animals with problems in their clinics. It would also be a handy off-the-shelf reference for practitioners faced with rare problems or hoping to avoid overlooking a key differential diagnosis. Students who work through the book in a thoughtful manner can be expected to gain skills in problem identification and the mechanistic diagnostic approach. Working through the clinical vignettes also strikes me as an excellent way to prepare for the national licensing examination, with more learning gained than anticipated from practicing multiple-choice questions. In summary, this book should be an excellent investment for veterinary students and small animal practitioners." (Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, March 2010) "The new edition includes the addition of case reports, and I felt it helps give the reader a clearer picture of the patient and the development of the thought process as it progresses through the case during the work-up. There have been updates to diagnostic tests that are reflective of the changes and improvements that have been made in procedures as they are performed in the veterinary field.... The format is an excellent way to help teach how to think through a case and the logical steps to thoroughly work through it." (VSPN, October 2010) "Overall I feel it would be a good text for both veterinarians and veterinary technicians alike to help teach or reinforce many points to be considered when presented with a patient, including clinical signs throughout the disease process." (Veterinary Information Network, October 2010) “The pathophysiological background in each section is certainly useful information and the clinical vignettes make surprisingly pleasant reading-a bit like Aesop’s Fables for vets.” (Veterinary Practice, April 2010)
Small Animal Medical Diagnosis, Third Edition takes a problem-oriented approach to clinical diagnosis and outlines core information necessary to effectively evaluate the major medical problems in dogs and cats. The text starts by defining problems caused by disease and proceeds to integrate the history, physical examination, and diagnostic modalities into a logical approach designed to assist with the medical management of patients. The new edition continues to serve as a vital tool in accurate and appropriate diagnosis for small animal veterinarians, emergency and critical care veterinarians, and veterinary students.
Contributors xiii Preface xv 1. The Problem-Oriented Approach 3 Part One General (Polysystemic) Problems 2. Pyrexia (Fever) 15 3. Disturbances of Food Intake: Anorexia and Polyphagia 22 4. Episodic Weakness 31 5. Polyuria and Polydipsia 36 Part Two Behavioral Problems 6. Aggression 45 7. Fear, Anxiety, and Compulsive Behavior 48 Part Three Conformational Problems 8. Ascites, Peripheral Edema, and Abdominal Distention 53 9. Retarded Growth 62 10. Changes in Body Weight: Weight Loss and Obesity 68 Part Four Dermatologic Problems 11. Pruritus 77 12. Primary and Secondary Skin Lesions 82 13. Alopecia 87 14. Disorders of Pigmentation 93 Part Five Hematolymphatic Problems 15. Bleeding Disorders 101 16. Lymphadenopathy 110 Part Six Cardiovascular Problems 17. Disturbances of Heart Rate, Rhythm, and Pulse 115 18. Murmurs and Abnormal Heart Sounds 134 19. Abnormal Mucous Membranes 151 Part Seven Respiratory Problems 20. Coughing and Hemoptysis 159 21. Respiratory Distress and Cyanosis 166 22. Syncope 173 23. Abnormal Lung Sounds 179 24. Sneezing and Nasal Discharge 183 Part Eight Digestive Problems 25. Ptyalism 197 26. Dysphagia 202 27. Regurgitation and Vomiting 207 28. Diarrhea 213 29. Constipation and Flatulence 226 30. Abdominal Pain 231 31. Icterus 235 Part Nine Urologic Problems 32. Abnormal Micturition: Dysuria, Pollakiuria, and Stranguria 255 33. Discolored Urine 258 34. Urinary Incontinence 274 Part Ten Reproductive Problems 35. Vaginal and Preputial Discharge 287 36. Abnormalities of the External Genitalia 293 37. Abortion, Abnormal Estrous Cycle, and Infertility 301 Part Eleven Musculoskeletal Problems 39. Bone, Joint, and Periskeletal Swelling 327 40. Nociception (“Pain”) 336 Part Twelve Neurologic Problems 41. Paresis or Paralysis 345 42. Ataxia 357 43. Head Tilt 362 44. Collapse (Seizures, Syncope, Cataplexy, and Narcolepsy) 369 45. Stupor and Coma 377 Part Thirteen Special Sensation Problems 46. Blindness 385 47. Anisocoria 390 48. Nystagmus and Strabismus 396 49. Loss of Corneal Transparency 400 50. Abnormal Anterior Chamber 406 51. Abnormal Lens 412 52. Anosmia—Loss of Olfaction 417 53. Deafness 420 Part Fourteen Laboratory-Defined Problems 54. Hematologic Problems 427 55. Abnormalities of the Standard Biochemical Profile 438 56. Problems Identified on Urinalysis 461 57. Abnormal Blood pH, Anion Gap, and Blood Gases 474 Index 483
Michael D. Lorenz
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Justin D. Thomason and John P. Hoover
Paul L. DeMars
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T. Mark Neer
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Paul L. DeMars
Michael D. Lorenz
Michael D. Lorenz
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James H. Meinkoth and Michael D. Lorenz
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Jennifer L. Peters
Justin D. Thomason and John P. Hoover
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Jill D. Brunker
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Michael D. Lorenz
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Subject Areas: Veterinary medicine [MZ]
