Small Animal Medical Diagnosis
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...
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Small Animal Medical Diagnosis, Third Edition provides a valuable update of this ever-popular text. Taking a logical problem-oriented approach to clinical diagnosis, this book provides core information on diseases and disorders to aid in the effective evaluation of major medical problems in dogs and cats. The third edition will update the diagnostic plans provided in each chapter to more accurately reflect the latest information and technology available to small animal veterinarians. In addition, several chapters have been consolidated to streamline content and enhance the user-friendliness of the text. Small Animal Medical Diagnosis, Third Edition will continue to serve as a vital tool in accurate and appropriate diagnosis in small animal medicine. Booknews A revised and updated textbook (first edition, 1987) for veterinary students and practitioners, providing the core information necessary to effectively evaluate the major medical problems in dogs and cats. It relates clinical signs to the pathophysiological mechanisms of disease and describes the appropriate causes (ruleouts) for clinical signs or problems. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
1The Problem-Oriented Approach1Pt. 1General (Polysystemic) Problems2Pyrexia (Fever)153Disturbances of Food Intake: Anorexia and Polyphagia234Episodic Weakness335Polydipsia and Polyuria39Pt. 2Behavioral Problems6Misdirected Aggression557Self-Mutilation598Coprophagy and Pica659Urine Spraying in Cats67Pt. 3Conformational Problems10Abdominal Distention7311Edema7912Retarded Growth8313Weight Loss9114Obesity99Pt. 4Dermatologic Problems15Pruritus10516Diagnostic Significance of Various Skin Lesions11117Alopecia11718Abnormalities of Skin, Hair, and Mucous Membrane Pigmentation125Pt. 5Hematolymphatic Problems19Prolonged Bleeding13320Lymphadenopathy141Pt. 6Cardiovascular Problems21Disturbances of the Heart: Rate, Rhythm, and Pulse14722Heart Murmurs17123Pale Mucous Membranes19124Cyanosis195Pt. 7Respiratory Problems25Coughing20726Dyspnea21527Hemoptysis22528Abnormal Lung Sounds22929Sneezing and Nasal Discharge235Pt. 8Digestive Problems30Ptyalism24731Dysphagia25332Vomiting and Regurgitation26133Diarrhea27334Constipation28535Flatulence28936Abdominal Pain29137Icterus299Pt. 9Urologic Problems38Abnormal Micturition: Dysuria, Pollakiuria, and Stranguria32339Discolored Urine33340Urinary Incontinence345Pt. 10Reproductive Problems41Vaginal and Preputial Discharges35742Abnormalities of the External Genitalia36543Abortion, Abnormal Estrous Cycle, Infertility375Pt. 11Musculoskeletal Problems44Lameness38945Bone, Joint, and Periskeletal Swelling or Enlargement39746Pain411Pt. 12Neurologic Problems47Paresis or Paralysis42348Ataxia43749Head Tilt44350Collapse (Seizures and Syncope)44951Coma457Pt. 13Special Sensation Problems52Blindness46553Problem-Oriented Ophthalmology: Anisocoria47154Abnormal Ocular Movement and Position48155Red Watery Eyes49156Ocular Pain and Blepharospasm49957Abnormal Cornea and Lens50358Loss of Sense of Smell51159Deafness515Pt. 14Laboratory-Defined Problems60Hematologic Problems52561Abnormalities of the Standard Biochemical Profile53762Urine Analysis58963Abnormal Blood Gases, pH, and Anion Gap601Index611
\ From the Publisher"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)\ \ \ \ \ \ BooknewsA revised and updated textbook (first edition, 1987) for veterinary students and practitioners, providing the core information necessary to effectively evaluate the major medical problems in dogs and cats. It relates clinical signs to the pathophysiological mechanisms of disease and describes the appropriate causes (ruleouts) for clinical signs or problems. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)\ \
