Books in the BSAVA British Small Animal Veterinary Association series

The BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Abdominal Imaging is the third Manual in the diagnostic imaging series. The first section of the Manual outlines the approach to abdominal imaging, with chapters dedicated to radiography and ultrasonography. The remainder of the Manual is devoted to the individual body systems, including the liver and gallbladder, the kidneys and ureters, and the small intestine. Extensively illustrated throughout.

The first edition of the BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Haematology and Transfusion Medicine was a leader in its field, and this new edition has been eagerly awaited.The basic principles of haematology, which form the core of the Manual, have been updated to include new diagnostic procedures and new treatment strategies. New authors provide a fresh perspective on some topics and there are new chapters on anaemia of inflammation and neoplasia, non-regenerative anaemia, and vascular thrombosis.The author panel is comprised of internationally recognized specialists from Europe, North America, the Middle-East and Australia. These have worked together with the Editors to produce an essential book for the veterinary practice.

In the latest addition to the BSAVA imaging Manuals series, this book provides an overview of the physical principles of ultrasonography and discusses the equipment required as well as the general principles of the ultrasound examination. It then moves on to discuss body systems in individual chapters, with each chapter following a similar format:* Indications* Comparison of ultrasonography with radiography and CT* Imaging technique* Normal ultrasonographic appearance* Interpretation of disease.The Manual is extensively illustrated with images of both normal anatomy and the abnormalities associated with disease. In addition, as the moving image is such a vital part of interpreting ultrasound studies, a DVD-ROM featuring video clips relevant to the individual chapters accompanies this Manual.

The importance of animal behavior and psychological well-being is increasingly being recognized in the veterinary profession. This new edition is designed to be even more practical and user-friendly than the first. For a range of behavioral presentations, consideration is given to evaluation of the patient, including any possible underlying disease; evaluation of client attitudes, beliefs and behavior; risk evaluation; behavioral biology of the condition; acute management protocols; long-term treatment strategies; prognosis; follow-up; and preventive measures. A special chapter on shelter animals has been added, as this is an area where veterinary support is increasingly sought in both health and husbandry. An included CD offers client handouts, history-taking forms, detailed behavioral questionaires for each species and a referral form.

This new edition reflects the huge advances in the field of cardiothoracic medicine that have taken place over the past ten years. Illustrated throughout, it features contributions from leaders in the fields of cardiology and respiratory disorders from the United Kingdom, Europe and the United States. The approach of the Manual has been remodeled to enhance the practitionerΓÇÖs access to information. The Manual begins with a look at the clinical approach to a range of common presenting signs.  This is followed by details of diagnostic tests and techniques, including imaging and blood pressure measurement.  Therapeutic strategies for these are discussed, and detailed discussions of specific conditions are presented.  Useful appendices include a drug formulary and ECG reference ranges

Companion animals are undergoing previously uncontemplated treatments and surviving what would once have been rapidly fatal conditions. This NEW Manual is aimed at the whole veterinary team, drawing on all their skills to help patients achieve as full a function and quality of life as possible after surgery, trauma or disease, and to manage chronic conditions effectively for the benefit of animal, owner and the practice team. Part One discusses the principles of rehabilitation, supportive and palliative care. The science behind pain and its management, clinical nutrition and physical therapies is explored, and clinical applications reviewed with reference to published evidence of efficacy and/or effectiveness. In Part Two, this truly innovative Manual presents a collection of Case Studies across a range of canine and feline patients ΓÇô from discospondylitis to glaucoma in dogs and from triaditis to leg amputation in cats. The following are considered for every case, with expert assessment from the contributors to Part One of the book: ΓÇó Acute and chronic pain management ΓÇó Fear, stress and conflict concerns ΓÇó Nutritional requirements ΓÇó Physiotherapy ΓÇó Hydrotherapy ΓÇó Acupuncture ΓÇó Nursing and supportive care ΓÇó Owner advice and homecare recommendations.

Following the success of the first edition, this Manual has been completely updated and reorganized to be even more practical and userΓÇôfriendly. It follows reproductive medicine from mating, through conception and birth, looking at problems such as infertility and dystocia along the way. Care of the neonate plus conditions that may affect new puppies and kittens are also included. New developments in drugs and in biotechnology are discussed. Full colour photographs and illustrations support the text, which has been prepared by international contributors. 

This remains the Foundation Manual for information across the range of exotic pets, from small mammals, through birds, reptiles and amphibians, to invertebrates. Commoner pets, such as rabbits, rodents and budgies retain their place. However, the ever-increasing range of non-traditional pets encountered by the veterinary surgeon in practice is reflected in coverage of some new groups, such as marsupials, ratites and crocodilians.

Γêù Practical approach Γêù Updated and reoerganized Γêù New chapter on Communications skills Γêù Features Exotic pets Γêù Illustrated throughout in full colour

This new and refocused edition features an emphasis on husbandry, medical and surgical information classified by system and species, as well as an included formulary. Featuring international contributors and illustrated throughout in full color, this new edition gives practitioners, students, and others involved in keeping these birds a fundamental understanding of the problems they are likely to encounter and how to deal with them in the most appropriate manner.

The third in the series, the BSAVA Manual of Advanced Veterinary Nursing, was written to provide a deeper level of information for qualified veterinary nurses, especially those undertaking Medical or Surgical Diplomas.The new edition has been completely revised and updated under the direction of the new editorial team of Alasdair Hotston Moore and Suzanne Rudd. Reflecting recent advances in nursing skills and training, the content has been upgraded to include more advanced procedures.Full colour photos and specially commissioned illustrations, together with text boxes and tinted tables ensure the easy-to-use format that is the trademark of the BSAVA Manuals.

This practical accompaniment to the more theoretical BSAVA Textbook of Veterinary Nursing, Fourth Edition ('Jones's') has been completely revised to reflect to the advances in veterinary nursing. The layout lends itself to ease of use in day-to-day practice and provides useful information for many situations. It will help any nurse to make improvements in their daily nursing of animals and the care and service they provide to their owners.

This new edition of a must-have manual, edited by Elizabeth Villiers, Jelena Ristic and Laura Blackwood, features new case studies and updated images. There is an increased focus on principles, testing and interpreting results as well as sampling, genetic testing and diagnosing genetic and inherited diseases. Fully revised and expanded, this manual contains not just advice for the busy practitioner, but also for the concerned owner and how they can play a part in the treatment of their pet.

BSAVA Cognitive Aids for Anaesthesia in Small Animal Practice ist ein Referenzwerk zum schnellen Nachschlagen und richtet sich an Veterinärteams im OP. Das Praktikerbuch enthält Checklisten, die während der Anästhesie genutzt werden sollten, sowie Leitlinien für den Umgang mit Problemen und Krisenchecklisten. Die folgenden Bereiche werden abgedeckt:- Instrumente, Geräte und Medikamentenlisten.- Bewertungslisten und Formulare vor der Einleitung einer Anästhesie.- Intraoperative Sicherheitschecklisten.- Krisenchecklisten (z. B. Hyperthermie, Hypotonie, Hämorraghie).- Leitlinien für den Umgang mit Problemen wie Kapnografie-Wellenformen), Puls-Wellenformen und Pulsoximetrie.

Die Neuauflage wurde vollständig aktualisiert und erweitert, spiegelt die Entwicklungen dieser Fachrichtung der Veterinärmedizin für Kleintiere wider und behandelt alles Wissenswerte rund um die Behandlung von Reptilen, einschließlich Diagnostik, chirurgische Verfahren und Euthanasie.- Kapitel speziell zu Anatomie und Physiologie.- Behandelt auch den Handel mit Reptilien.- Überarbeitete und erweiterte Anhänge.- Neue Kapitel zu Krokodilen und Meeresschildkröten.

New edition of a popular guide for small animal veterinary practitioners covering anaesthesia and its administration.* This new edition covers not only the medical aspects, but also the legal, ethical and practical consequences before, during and after surgery* The use of anaesthetics and analgesics is broken down into their use in dental, ophthalmic and thoracic surgery among others, and the impact of various diseases and disorders on their efficacy* Provides advice on how to deal with complications and emergencies and techniques for managing pain

This book presents thumbnail sketches of pertinent information relating to poisoning of small animal pets by commonly encountered substances, plants and other items. For each agent, information is given on toxicology, clinical effects, appropriate first aid and subsequent management and prognosis. This is to enable veterinary surgeons and their staff to give appropriate guidance over the telephone or in person, to clients that suspect their animals may have been poisoned. A 'traffic light' system indicates the level of concern and urgency

Emergency care is one of the most important areas of veterinary medicine. Building on the success of the previous editions, the international team of editors and authors have reviewed and updated the manual so that it reflects the continued growth in knowledge and understanding in this crucial area while remaining a highly practical resource.The introductory chapters, covering areas such as triage, catheterization and the assessment of shock and dyspnoea, sit alongside chapters that cover system specific emergencies, ranging from cardiac arrhythmias to uterine prolapse, and from corneal ulceration to fractures and luxations. The text is fully illustrated throughout.* Highly practical* Updated to reflect current knowledge in this crucial area* Illustrated throughout

Rabbits make up a considerable and growing proportion of the caseload in small animal practice, and both interest and knowledge in rabbit medicine and surgery has grown rapidly. In recognition of this, the BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Medicine and Surgery has been superseded by two separate volumes ΓÇô the BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Surgery, Dentistry and Imaging and the BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Medicine. There is an increased understanding of the pathology of common diseases and greater awareness both of new conditions affecting this species and of their response to both disease and treatment regimes. This new BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Medicine features new chapters such as ΓÇÿThe rabbitΓÇôfriendly practiceΓÇÖ, ΓÇÿNeoplasiaΓÇÖ, and ΓÇÿEndocrine diseaseΓÇÖ.  Other chapters have been updated and expanded, and the introduction of new authors has brought fresh insights and opinions to several topics. The authors provide a greater depth and breadth of coverage for practitioners seeking definitive and authoritative information to improve and refine the quality of veterinary care that they can provide for rabbits. These two manuals now provide the most comprehensive and upΓÇôtoΓÇôdate coverage of all aspects of rabbit veterinary care currently available, in an easyΓÇôtoΓÇôuse, well illustrated format following the tried and tested BSAVA Manual template.

Dieses neue Handbuch vermittelt Veterinären alles Wissenswerte rund um die Behandlung von Vögeln in Hinterhofhaltung. Immer mehr Menschen halten Geflügel und sehen die Tiere als Haustiere an. Wenn die Vögel erkranken, erwarten die Halter eine kompetente Betreuung durch Veterinäre, häufig verbunden mit der Vorstellung dass die Behandlung der von Hunden oder Katzen ebenbürtig ist. Dieses Handbuch befasst sich mit Hühnern, Truthähnen, Enten, Gänsen, Perlhühnern, Fasanen und Pfauen.

Dieses brandneue Handbuch ist eine praktische Handreichung zum Umgang mit den unterschiedlichen klinischen Szenarien bei der Behandlung von Hunden und Katzen in Tierheimen.- Geschrieben aus der klinischen Perspektive.- Erläutert die Prinzipien evidenzbasierter Veterinärmedizin, wenn im Kontext erforderlich.

The all-new second edition of the BSAVA Manual of Ornamental Fish makes a timely and welcome appearance as the number of clients keeping freshwater and marine aquaria increases. It is an area where particular expertise is valued and of great importance not only to clients who keep fish as a hobby, but also to aquatic traders and those involved in public aquaria. Part I presents an overview of the aquatic environment, commercial farming and trade in ornamental fish, together with the important aspects of filtration and husbandry in garden ponds and aquaria, with the help of specially commissioned illustrations. Part II looks at the individual fish patient, detailing the approach to clinical examination and disease investigation, including anaesthesia and diagnostic imaging. Diseases are described from both a systematic and an aetiological viewpoint to give maximum assistance to the reader. Full-colour photographs illustrate the clinical features of diseases in a number of species and give an appreciation of the variety of infectious and parasitic organisms encountered. Part V then presents a practical approach to treating ornamental fish, including common surgical procedures. Throughout the book, at-a-glance tables provide important information in the BSAVA's established accessible style. Written for an international audience by experts from the UK and the USA, the BSAVA Manual of Ornamental Fish, 2nd edition guides the reader through the vast subject of ornamental fish from a veterinary perspective. It is also a first-class resource for non-veterinarians with an interest in fish health.