Bovine Surgery and Lameness

Author: A. David Weaver
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1118709845
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 299

Book Description
Bovine surgery is both challenging and complicated. Not only does the surgeon have to decide whether surgery is economically justified, but surgery often has to be performed in a sub-optimal environment. Following on from the worldwide success of the first edition, this new edition continues to act as a step-by-step guide to standard surgical techniques. Now with two new authors from Switzerland and North America, both the text and illustrations have been considerably expanded. In addition, special attention is given to issues relating to peri-operative analgesia and animal welfare, food safety, and drug dosages. Maintains the popular concise and accessible format of the first edition – perfect for on-the-field work; Two additional authors, with world renowned expertise in bovine surgery and lameness; Detailed instruction on the basics of effective surgery – proper instrumentation, asepsis, effective anaesthesia and essential techniques; Much more information on lameness, as well as numerous new line drawings to aid instruction.

Bovine Surgery and Lameness

Author: A. David Weaver
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119040515
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 386

Book Description
Die 3. Auflage von Bovine Surgery and Lameness ist ein prägnant und zugänglich geschriebenes Buch, das sich perfekt für den Einsatz im Feld eignet. Standard-Operationstechniken werden Schritt für Schritt erläutert, einschließlich richtige Instrumente, Keimfreiheit und effektive Anästhesie. Lahmheiten und Hufpflege bei Rinder werden ausführlich behandelt. Praktische Aspekte der routinemäßigen Hufpflege und der Behandlung häufig vorkommender Huferkrankungen runden den chirurgischen Themenkomplex ab. Ein ideales Buch für Veterinärmediziner und Studenten der Veterinärmedizin in Praxisphasen.

Bovine Medicine

Author: Peter Cockcroft
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1444336436
Category : Medical
Languages : de
Pages : 676

Book Description
Thoroughly updated to reflect recent changes in the industry, Bovine Medicine, 3rd Edition, offers practicing large animal veterinarians and veterinary students a comprehensive reference to core aspects of contemporary cattle health and husbandry. New edition of a classic text, featuring thoroughly rewritten text, with coverage shifted to the core aspects of everyday cattle practice Includes new focus on both applied skills and application of knowledge, along with many more full-colour illustrations than in previous editions Represents a toolkit of skills that will support the delivery of contemporary cattle practice Presents a seamless integration of information on husbandry, nutrition, and disease Written by a wide range of experts from around the world

Cattle Lameness and Hoofcare 3rd Edition

Author: Roger Blowey
Publisher: 5m Books Ltd
ISBN: 1789180392
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 271

Book Description
Lameness is one of the main conditions affecting cattle and is considered a major welfare problem with significant impact on animal productivity. This well-established practical book explores the issue and provides a fundamental guide to prevention and hoof care. In particular, it covers the incidence and costs of lameness, the structure of foot, with its function and possible inflammation, hoof trimming, and the treatment of common diseases. Authored by one of the field’s research leaders, the 3rd edition includes updates on hoof trimming protocols, new insights on the structure and function of the digital cushion, and an examination of diseases such as digital dermatitis and sole ulcer. Expert practitioners as well as students will benefit from this new edition of Cattle Lameness and Hoofcare, being an ideal resource for cattle farmers, hoof trimmers and vets. 5m Books

Lameness in Cattle

Author: Paul R. Greenough
Publisher: W B Saunders Company
ISBN: 9780721652054
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 336

Book Description
The fully updated, state-of-the-art 3rd edition of this world-class text delivers the very latest information on the prevention and management of sub-clinical laminitis and digital dermatitis in cattle. Features a revised and expanded list of topics that include behavior, nutritional management, housing, applied pharmacology, and record-keeping; brand-new or augmented coverage of clinical pharmacology, genetic selection of animals, the role of macro- and micro-nutrients, and other timely issues; clear descriptions of the conditions that cause lameness; and discussions of the most current surgical procedures in step-by-step detail. Also offers the practical insights of 28 world-renowned authorities, an expansive bibliography that faciliates further reading, and reference tables that provide instant access to essential information.

Veterinary Medicine

Author: Peter D. Constable
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
ISBN: 0702070580
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 2358

Book Description
Treat the diseases affecting large animals! Veterinary Medicine, 11th Edition provides up-to-date information on the diseases of horses, cattle, sheep, goats, and pigs. Comprehensive coverage includes the principles of clinical examination and making a diagnosis, along with specific therapy recommendations. For easier use, this edition has been divided into two volumes and restructured into a logical, anatomically based approach to disease. From internationally known veterinary experts Peter Constable, Kenneth Hinchcliff, Stanley Done, and Walter Grünberg, this book is the definitive, one-stop reference for farm animal and equine care. Comprehensive coverage includes information essential to any large-animal veterinarian, especially those working with horses, cattle, sheep, goats, or pigs. Coverage of diseases addresses major large-animal diseases of all countries, including foreign animal and emerging diseases. User-friendly format makes it easier to quickly absorb key information. Quick review/synopsis sections make important information on complex diseases easy to find. NEW! Convenient, easy-access format is organized by organ systems, and divides the content into two compact volumes with the same authoritative coverage. Nearly 200 new color photographs and line drawings are included in this edition. NEW full-color design improves navigation, clarifies subject headings, and includes more boxes, tables, and charts for faster reference. New Diseases Primarily Affecting the Reproductive System chapter is added. Updated and expanded chapter on pharmacotherapy lists therapeutic interventions and offers treatment boxes and principles of antibiotic use. Expanded sections on herd health include biosecurity and infection control, and valuable Strength of Evidence boxes. NEW or extensively revised sections include topics such as the Schmallenberg and Bluetongue viral epidemics of ruminants in Europe, Wesselbron disease in cattle, hypokalemia in adult cattle, equine multinodular pulmonary fibrosis, Hendra virus infection, porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome, torque teno virus, and numerous recently identified congenital and inherited disorders of large animals. Additional content is provided on lameness in cattle and the diseases of cervids.

Cattle Lameness and Hoofcare

Author: Roger William Blowey
Publisher: Farming Press Limited
ISBN: 9780852362525
Category : Cattle
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
This is a guide to the prevention of foot ailments in dairy cows. It is well illustrated and is intended for the use of farmers, vets and agricultural students.

Bovine Medicine

Author: Anthony H. Andrews
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0470752394
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 1233

Book Description
Bovine Medicine provides practical and comprehensive information oncattle disease and production and is a key reference for all largeanimal vets. Since the first edition was published in 1991 therehave been significant improvements in disease control andmanagement of cattle. Almost all parts of the book have beenupdated and completely rewritten. There are new chapters onsurgery, embryo transfer, artificial insemination, ethno-veterinarymedicine and biosecurity, and a new consolidating chapter on theinteraction between the animal, environment, management anddisease. The previous edition has sold all over the world, and as aresult of this a greater emphasis has been placed on conditions andtheir treatment in areas other than temperate regions. A newsection entitled "Global Variation in Cattle Practice" has beenincluded with contributors discussing bovine medicine practice intheir part of the world. All in all this is an outstanding resource for any practisingvet and an excellent reference for veterinary students.

Adams and Stashak's Lameness in Horses

Author: Gary M. Baxter
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 0470961775
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 1280

Book Description
The Sixth Edition of Adams and Stashak’s Lameness in Horses builds on the book’s reputation as the classic gold-standard reference on equine lameness. Now in full color, the text has been fully revised and streamlined to improve user-friendliness, with a new, simplified format and a stronger emphasis on the diagnosis and management of lameness. A valuable supplementary DVD provides a complete guide to diagnosing lameness, offering additional anatomical images; video clips demonstrating key procedures such as physical examination, flexion tests, perineural and intrasynovial anesthesia; and examples of lameness conditions in motion. The Sixth Edition presents new or significantly rewritten chapters on the axial skeleton, principles of musculoskeletal disease, principles of therapy for lameness, occupation-related lameness conditions, and lameness in the young horse. The diagnostic procedures chapter has also been significantly expanded to reflect advances in this important area. Adams and Stashak’s Lameness in Horses, Sixth Edition is an essential addition to any equine practitioner’s bookshelf.

Canine Lameness

Author: Felix Duerr
Publisher: John Wiley & Sons
ISBN: 1119474027
Category : Medical
Languages : en
Pages : 453

Book Description
Written by veterinarians across multiple disciplines with expertise in the canine musculoskeletal system, this book offers an easy-to-use guide for diagnosing lameness in dogs. Canine Lameness focuses on evaluation and diagnostic techniques, with descriptions of the most common reasons for lameness. Arranged by anatomical region, this approach complements the clinical assessment of a patient. Designed for ease of use, the book puts all the information needed to evaluate and diagnose a dog’s orthopedic status at the reader’s fingertips. Particular emphasis is placed on orthopedic examination, radiographic anatomy, and abnormal radiographic findings. Features of Canine Lameness: Offers a comprehensive guide to diagnosing musculoskeletal diseases causing lameness in dogs Brings clinical examination, diagnostic imaging, and relevant musculoskeletal anatomy together into a single resource Takes a logical, regions-based approach, outlining diagnostic steps and differential diagnoses for each specific area Focuses on commonly encountered conditions while highlighting critical diagnostic steps to ensure other, less common, differential diagnoses are not missed Includes access to a companion website with video clips demonstrating detailed steps of the examination, techniques, and lameness conditions Canine Lameness is an excellent resource for veterinarians and staff involved in the diagnosis of lameness in dogs, and will be of great benefit to all animal health professionals working in the area of canine orthopedics.