Description
With nearly 100 different autoimmune diseases reported to occur in domestic animal species, this evidence-based clinical reference Autoimmune Diseases in Domestic Animals is a must-have for every veterinary practice! This resource, from noted veterinary author Ian R. Tizard, sheds light on both common and rare conditions, including skin diseases, diabetes mellitus, thyroiditis, and hemolytic anemia. Convenient and portable, this single-source review addresses autoimmune diseases in dogs, cats, horses, and livestock species with comprehensive coverage of treatment protocols, diagnostic procedures, and the latest pathogenesis studies. It covers the basic science, clinical presentation, and treatment of this set of increasingly prevalent animal diseases. Complementary information on autoimmune mouse strains and other animal models meets the needs of comparative immunology. 317 p.
- Ian R. Tizard. BVMS, PhD, ACVM (Hons), DSC (Hons). University Distinguished Professor Emeritus, Department of Veterinary Pathobiology, Texas A&M University, College Station, TX (USA).
- Publication date (digital version): 2022-10.
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