A comprehensive reference standard for the discipline, Canine and Feline Gastroenterology covers the biology, pathobiology, and diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal, pancreatic, and hepatobiliary systems. An international team of experts, including 85 authors from 17 different countries, led by Robert Washabau and Michael Day, covers everything from minor problems such as adverse food reactions to debilitating inflammatory, infectious, metabolic, and neoplastic diseases of the digestive system. This authoritative text utilizes an evidence-based approach to reflect the latest science and research, complemented by principles of problem solving, algorithms to improve clinical diagnoses, and extensive full-color illustrations. For generalists and specialists alike, this gastroenterology reference should be part of every serious practitioner's professional library.

Section I: Biology of the Gastrointestinal Tract, Pancreas, and Liver

1. Integration of Gastrointestinal Function 
2. Gastrointestinal Microflora
3. Gastrointestinal Immunology
4. Gastrointestinal Inflammation
5. Cellular Growth/Neoplasia

    

   Section II: Approach to Clinical Signs in Gastrointestinal Disease

6. Abdominal Pain
7. Anorexia
8. Ascites
9. Coagulopathy
10. Constipation
11. Diarrhea
12. Dyschezia and Tenesmus
13. Dysphagia and Gagging
14. Fecal Incontinence
15. Gastrointestinal Gas
16. Hemorrhage (Gastrointestinal)
17. Hepatoencephalopathy
18. Icterus
19. Polyphagia
20. Polyuria/Polydipsia
21. Regurgitation
22. Salivation
23. Vomiting
24. Weight Loss & Cachexia

     

    Section III: Diagnostic Approach to Gastrointestinal, Pancreatic, and Hepatobiliary Problems

25. Laboratory Approach
26. Diagnostic Imaging of the Gastrointestinal Tract
27. Endoscopy
28. Laparoscopy
29. Histopathology

     

    Section IV: Nutritional Approach to Gastrointestinal Disease

30. Nutritional Assessment and Management
31. Adverse Reactions to Food
32. Nutritional Strategies
33. Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition
    
    Section V: Pharmacologic Approach to Gastrointestinal Disease
34. Antidiarrheal Agents
35. Antiemetic Agents
36. Antifungal Drugs
37. Antihelmintic Agents
38. Antiinflammatory Agents
39. Antimicrobial Agents
40. Antioxidant Drugs
41. Antispasmodic Agents
42. Behavioral Modification
43. Chelating Agents
44. Chemotherapy
45. Cytoprotection - Gastric
46. Cytoprotection - Liver/Biliary
47. Enzyme Supplementation
48. Fluid Therapy
49. Immunosuppressive Drugs
50. Laxative Agents
51. Probiotic Agents
52. Prokinetic Agents
53. Vitamins and Minerals

     

    Section VI: Diseases of the Gastrointestinal Tract

54. Oropharynx
55. Esophagus
56. Stomach
57. Small Intestine
58. Large Intestine
59. Anorectum
60. Pancreas
61. Liver
62. Breed-Relationships

Robert J. Washabau, VMD, PhD, DACVIM, Professor, Department Chairperson, Department of Veterinary Clinical Sciences, College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota, St. Paul, MN 

Michael J. Day, BSc, BVMS (Hons), PhD, DSc, DECVP, FASM, FRCPath, FRCVS, Professor of Veterinary Pathology; Director of Diagnostic Pathology; University of Bristol; Lanford, Unighted Kingdom