Manual of Canine and Feline Cardiology, 6th Edition
Edited by Larry P. Tilley, DVM, DACVIM(Internal Medicine), Francis W. K. Smith, DVM, DACVIM (Internal Medicine & Cardiology), Meg M. Sleeper, VMD, DACVIM(Cardiology) and Marc Kraus, DVM ISBN : 9780323936590 Imprint : Saunders Publication Date : Apr 2025 Trim : 216w x 276h (8.50" x 10.875") Page : 504
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.
Key Features
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
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
Table Of Contents
SECTION 1: DIAGNOSIS OF HEART DISEASE 1. History and Physical Examination 2. Radiology of the Heart 3. Electrocardiography 4. Echocardiography and Doppler Ultrasound 5. Special Diagnostic Techniques for the Evaluation of Cardiac Disease
SECTION 2: CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE 6. Acquired Valvular Disease 7. Canine Cardiomyopathy 8. Feline Cardiomyopathy 9. Cor Pulmonale and Pulmonary Thromboembolism 10. Heartworm Disease 11. Pericardial Disorders and Cardiac Tumors 12. Congenital Heart Disease 13. Cardiovascular Effects of Systemic Diseases 14. Systemic Hypertension
SECTION 3: TREATMENT OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE 15. Pathophysiology and Therapy of Heart Failure 16. Treatment of Cardiac Arrhythmias and Conduction Disturbances 17. Cardiopulmonary Arrest and Resuscitation 18. Emergency Management and Critical Care 19. Anesthesia of the Cardiac Patient 20. Cardiac Surgery 21. Pacemaker Therapy 22. Nutrition and Cardiovascular Disease
Appendices Appendix 1: Canine and Feline Breed Predilections for Heart Disease Appendix 2: Cardiopulmonary Drug Formulary Appendix 3: Echocardiographic Normal Values Appendix 4: Available Canine and Feline Genetic Tests for Breed-Specific Cardiac Diseases
Index
Author Information
Edited by Larry P. Tilley, DVM, DACVIM(Internal Medicine), President, VetMed Consultants, Inc., Consultant, New Mexico Veterinary Specialty Referral Center, Santa Fe, NM, USA; Francis W. K. Smith, DVM, DACVIM (Internal Medicine & Cardiology), Vice President, VetMed Consultants, Inc., Lexington, MA; Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, Tufts University, North Grafton, MA, USA; Meg M. Sleeper, VMD, DACVIM(Cardiology), Clinical Professor, Cardiology, Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida, Gainsville, FL, USA and Marc Kraus, DVM, Professor of Clinical Cardiology, University of Pennsylvania, Department of Clinical Sciences and Advanced Medicine, USA
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