Description
Chronic Disease Management for Small Animals provides a complete resource for the long-term care and therapy of canine and feline patients with incurable conditions. Offering practical strategies for successful management of chronic disorders, the book presents expert guidance on handling these ailments and the animals that they afflict. Written by leading experts in their respective fields, this valuable resource takes a multidisciplinary approach to the subject, covering chronic diseases across many categories, including mobility, dermatology, ophthalmology, internal medicine, and more. The book is not meant to replace existing textbooks, but is designed to be used as a practical guide that educates the reader about the many therapeutic options for chronic disease management. Key features include: – The impact of chronic disease on the quality of life for both the patient and its owner; – specific chronic diseases, outlining diagnostics, therapeutics, and quality of life concerns. Essential reference for qualified and seasoned practitioners alike, clinicians in making decisions and communicating with clients regarding long-term care. It is an ideal ebook for all small animal practitioners and veterinary students. 356 p.
- W. Dunbar Gram, Editor. DVM, DACVD, MRCVS, Service Chief and Clinical Associate Professor of Dermatology. University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine in Gainesville, FL (USA).
- Rowan J. Milner, Editor. BVSc (Hons), MMedVet (Med), PhD, DECVIM-CA, DACVIM, Professor and Chair of the Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences. University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine in Gainesville, FL (USA).
- Remo Lobetti, Editor. BVSc (Hons), MMedVet (Med), PhD, DECVIM-CA, Internist at Bryanston Veterinary Hospital in Johannesburg (South Africa).
- Publication date (digital version): 2017-09.
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