Canine & feline gastroenterology
WASHABAU-DAY
Canine & feline gastroenterology
1st ed., 996 pages, 1500 ill., Elsevier, July 2012
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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

Item Code: GASTRO17
ISBN: 978141606616
Weigth: 3300 g
Species: Dog/Cat
Discipline: Gastroenterology
VAT: VAT Exempt