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In this concise and practical review, the authors recognize that among the range of cardiac investigations available to veterinarians, the standard electrocardiogram (ECG) is an indispensable, safe and inexpensive test in assessing dogs and cats with heart disease.Following discussion of the principles of electrocardiography, the book systematically explores the evaluation of the ECG―including determination of heart rate, measurement of intervals, derivation of the mean electrical axis, and criteria for atrial and ventricular enlargement or hypertrophy. It also examines intraventricular conduction disturbances and both normal and abnormal cardiac rhythms. Flow charts are provided to help users diagnose arrhythmias with confidence and 46 real cases and ECG tracings reinforce the principles and encourage discussion.Rapid Review of ECG Interpretation in Small Animal Practice is illustrated throughout and is of value to all veterinary practitioners, technicians, and students who wish to improve their skills in interpreting ECGs. Read more

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Cardiology for Veterinary Technicians and Nurses is a comprehensive resource for veterinary technicians and nurses working with cardiovascular patients in veterinary practice.Offers a complete reference to veterinary cardiology targeted at veterinary technicians and nurses, summarizing fundamental knowledge on cardiovascular diseaseCovers dogs, cats, horses, ruminants, and camelidsProvides information ranging from introductory to advanced for a thorough guide to cardiac conditionsPresents detailed procedures for common cardiac catheterization techniques, including supplies requiredIncludes photographs and illustrations to depict the concepts described  Read more

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To diminish the learning curve associated with using swine as models, Swine in the Laboratory: Surgery, Anesthesia, Imaging, and Experimental Techniques, Second Edition provides practical technical information for the use of swine in biomedical research. The book focuses on models produced by surgical and other invasive procedures, supplying the basic principles for performing experiments with an organ or system of interest. New to the Second EditionUpdated sections on anesthesia and perioperative care, including practical information for more complex models Expansion of anatomic and physiologic details Additional detail in the endoscopy sectionChapters on toxicology and radiobiologyChapters that include angiographic, echocardiographic, CT, MRI, and PET imaging techniques with a corresponding DVD of the imagesMore tables of normal values on the most commonly used minipigs and domestic breedsBeneficial for investigators, veterinarians, and technicians using swine for experimental and agricultural procedures, Swine in the Laboratory is certain to foster the appropriate, humane use of swine in biomedical research. Read more

The most effective, practical approach to the recognition and management of cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary medicine, Manual of Canine and Feline Cardiology, 5th Edition walks readers through the challenges and conditions encountered in everyday practice. This completely revised and updated edition includes vital information on diagnostic modalities and techniques, therapeutic options, surgical procedures, and pharmaceutical management of the dog and cat cardiac patient. A new chapter on genetic and biomarker testing and a new chapter on nutrition surrounding cardiovascular disease ensure practitioners are well-equipped to handle every aspect of cardiac care in small animals. The latest coverage 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.Drug formulary appendix features a list of commonly used cardiopulmonary drugs, along with formulations, indications, and dosages (for both dogs and cats).Streamlined text, bullet points, and helpful boxes help to highlight the most important clinical content.Highlighted key points spotlight key information, diagnosis considerations, clinical tips and more.NEW! Genetic and Biomarker Testing of Cardiovascular Diseases chapter covers genetic testing for mutations associated with specific cardiac diseases and testing for circulating substances indicative of heart disease or injury.NEW! Nutrition and Cardiovascular Disease chapter focuses on the significant role nutrition can play in preventing or treating cardiac disease. NEW! Significantly revised Echocardiography chapter features the latest information on indications and the role of the electrocardiogram in clinical practice.NEW! All new doppler echocardiogram images in the Feline Cardiomyopathy chapter show the primary cardiomyopathies, including: severe hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, severe hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy, severe dilated cardiomyopathy, severe endomyocardial fibrosis and restrictive cardiomyopathy, severe unclassified cardiomyopathy, and severe arrhythmogenic right ventricular cardiomyopathy.NEW! Section on hybrid cardiac procedures in the Cardiac Surgery chapterinclude image-guided catheter-based interventions with direct transcardiac (transatrial, transventricular, transapical) surgical approaches to the heart. Read more

This superb book provides veterinarians with the skills to assess, diagnose and manage an array of cardiovascular conditions in dogs and cats. The book begins with an overview of the normal cardiovascular system, followed by the pathophysiology of specific types of problems. It progresses to general therapeutic techniques, including electrical and pharmacologic measures.* Presents a comprehensive treatment of cardiovascular problems in dogs and cats. * Promotes better understanding of problems by presenting thorough anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, and pertinent discussions of pharmacokinetics. * Incorporates systematic assessment guidelines, including history, physical exam, and the latest diagnostic tests. * Provides a unique classification system for categorizing disease by functional alteration. * Offers over 770 photos and illustrations to help explain complex principles. * Features over 150 4-color illustrations on four 8-page inserts covering gross anatomy and state-of-the-art Doppler flow echocardiographic images. Read more

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For two decades, Swine in the Laboratory: Surgery, Anesthesia, and Experimental Techniques has been the most respected practical technical guide for medical and veterinary researchers using swine as experimental animals. Extensively updated and expanded since the publication of the second edition in 2007 and now sponsored by the American College of Laboratory Animal Medicine (ACLAM), it continues to be the most authoritative source of scientific and technical information on the use of domestic and miniature swine in research.Additions to the Third Edition Include:New chapters on toxicology, transgenics, cancer models, and necropsy techniquesAn overview of porcine models that were not included in the previous editionUpdates to chapters on the various body systemsContributions from 25 new coauthors, as well as a new coeditorSignificant expansions to the accompanying downloadable resources, including new normal data on farm and minipig breeds, videos on training swine and surgical procedures, updated anatomical imaging, and a colored histological atlasDetailed sections on anesthesia, analgesia, and perioperative care present the best current practices for using swine in experimental surgery. Providing a deepened reference of the most current information and best techniques in an increasingly popular field since the publication of the first edition, this book is a vital tool in conducting the best possible research using porcine models. Read more

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Cardiopet, Inc., New York. New edition of a standard reference on dog and cat electrocardiography, for practitioners and advanced students. Most electrocardiograms reproduced almost full-size. Trim size 10-1/4' X 11-1/4'. 8 U.S. Contributors. Read more

Cardiology is a branch of medicine dealing with disorders of the heart as well as parts of the circulatory system. The field includes medical diagnosis and treatment of congenital heart defects, coronary artery disease, heart failure, valvular heart disease and electrophysiologyVeterinary Cardiology deals with the diagnostic and therapeutic needs of veterinary patients who have heart disease or are suspected to have heart disease. The heart and vascular system are evaluated primarily through use of the non-invasive techniques such as: Electrocardiography (EKG), Radiography (X-rays) and Echocardiography (cardiac ultrasound).Cardiovascular surgery in animals began with the removal of heartworms from the right ventricle using inflow venous occlusion via thoracotomy in1950. Current transvenous extraction of worms with a flexible alligator forceps is now the favored approach for large heartworm burdens.The first operations for patent ductus arteriosus and pulmonic stenosis in dogs were performed in research laboratories by physicians with the assistance of collaborating veterinarians but subsequent procedures were done by veterinarians.Pacemaker therapy in animals began in 1967 when a used, fixed rate pulse generator was repaired and attached via thoraco-tomy to epicardial leads in a 10 year-old-dog with complete heart block and congestive heart failure.The treatment of veterinary patients with heart disease may consist of drug therapy and occasionally, operative procedures such as: Coil embolization of patent ductus arteriosus, Balloon dilation of obstructive cardiac disease and Implantation of cardiac pacemakers.The book included Eight Sections. This edition provides some guidelines on setting up a practice clinical examination for veterinarians predominantly in horse practice. It provides an overview for the practitioner, with some practical information about the practice surgery that is hard to find in standard texts. Read more

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Cardiology of the Horse is a multi-author, contemporary reference on equine cardiology. The first section reviews the physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacology of the equine cardiovascular system. The second section describes diagnostic methods from basic to specialist examination skills and the third section addresses the investigation and management of common clinical problems using a problem-orientated approach. Suitable for students, general and specialist practitioners and teachers.An up-to-date account of current clinical practice in equine cardiology covering:recent developments in research and practiceproblem-orientated approaches helpful to both general and specialist practitionersclinical management of specific groups from foals and racehorses to geriatric patientscardiac problems related to exercise, anaesthesia and intensive care Read more

For THE PET LOVERS Everywhere! Pet Owners have a lot to keep track of, and this conveniently designed VETERINARIAN PLANNER will make the job a lot easier. Features: Daily Pet JournalPet ProfileVeterinary are Tracker Pet Health Immunizations100 pages Uniquely designed matte cover High quality, heavy paper Read more

Covering both classical modalities of echocardiography and newer techniques, Clinical Echocardiography of the Dog and Cat shows how to assess, diagnose, and treat canine and feline heart disease.A clinical approach demonstrateshow these modalities may be used to acquire images, and then how you can recognize and identify patterns, relate them to different diseases, and manage patient care with those findings. The print book includes a companion website with 50 videos of cardiac ultrasound exams and procedures. Written by veterinary cardiology specialists and echocardiographers Eric de Madron, Valerie Chetboul, and Claudio Bussadori, this indispensable echocardiology resource is ideal for general practitioner veterinarians as well as specialists, including cardiologists and radiologists.Dedicated coverage of canine and feline echocardiography emphasizes a more in-depth discussion of cardiac ultrasound, including the newest ones such as Tissue Doppler and speckle tracking imaging, and transesophageal and 3D echocardiography.A practical, clinical approach shows how these echocardiographic modalities are not just research tools, but useful in diagnosing and staging heart disease in day-to-day practice. Book plus website consolidates offers current information into a single cohesive source covering classical modalities and newer techniques, as well as updates relating to normal echocardiographic examinations and values.50 videos on the companion website demonstrate how to perform echocardiography procedures, illustrating points such as swirling volutes, color flow display of blood flows, dynamic collapses secondary to pericardial effusion, and tumors flicking in and out of the echocardiographic field. A section on presurgical assessment helps you assess risk and prepare for catheter-based correction of cardiac defects — accurate measurements and proper device selection are key to a successful procedure.Over 400 full-color illustrations and 42 summary tables help you achieve precise, high-quality imaging for accurate assessment, including photographs of cadaver animal specimens to clarify the relationship between actual tissues in health and disease and their images. Read more

This invaluable book is a comprehensive review of congenital heart defects in the major mammalian groups. It begins with a comparison of normal cardiac anatomy between these groups. The analysis of cardiac malformations is simplified and presented in a didactic manner. The anatomy of the common malformations is presented with examples. A comment on the common anomalies seen in each group, together with an extensive reference list, helps the reader to access the source of information easily. Read more

The softcover edition of this comprehensive and superbly illustrated book contains key updates to the text and references focused on common cardiovascular diseases and their management, including therapy for congestive heart failure and arrhythmias, reflecting the main developments in cardiology and in practice.Since publication Dr Ware’s authoritative yet user friendly guide to cardiovascular diseases and disorders in the dog and cat has been widely praised. It is richly illustrated throughout by clinical colour photos, imaging and diagrams of the highest quality. Coverage includes evaluation techniques, investigative procedures, diagnosis, medical and surgical management options and methods. Read more