Cardiology of the Horse
- 2 Edición - 12 de noviembre de 2010
- Última edición
- Editores: Celia Marr, Mark Bowen
- Idioma: Inglés
Cardiology of the Horse is a multi-author, contemporary reference on equine cardiology. The first section reviews the physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacology of the equine… Leer más
An up-to-date account of current clinical practice in equine cardiology covering:
- recent developments in research and practice
- problem-orientated approaches helpful to both general and specialist practitioners
- clinical management of specific groups from foals and racehorses to geriatric patients
- cardiac problems related to exercise, anaesthesia and intensive care
SECTION 1 – PHYSIOLOGY, PATHOPHYSIOLOGY & PHARMACOLOGY
1. Introduction to cardiac anatomy and physiology
2. Neuroendocrine Control of Cardiovascular Function: Physiology and Pharmacology
3. Cardiac responses to exercise and training
4. Cardiac Disease & Pathology
5. Pathophysiology of heart failure
6. Electrophysiology and arrhythmiogenesis
7. Pharmacology of drugs used to treat cardiovascular disease
SECTION 2: DIAGNOSTIC METHODS
8. Auscultation
9. Echocardiography
10. Ambulatory Electrocardiography & Heart rate variability
11. Exercise & Stress Testing
12. Biochemical Markers of cardiovascular disease
SECTION 3: CLINICAL PROBLEMS
13. Dysrhythmias: assessment and medical management
14. Arrhythmias: pacing and electrocardioversion
15. Cardiac Murmurs: Congenital Heart Disease
16. Cardiac Murmurs: Valvular regurgitation and insufficiency
17. Fever: endocarditis and pericarditis
18. Collapse and Syncope
19. Heart Failure
20. Cardiovascular emergencies associated with anaesthesia
21. Cardiovascular complications in the Intensive Care Patient
"This much-antipated second edition of Cardiology of the Horse is certainly worth the wait!...This textbook provides valuable information, fabulous images and an opportunity for interactive learning for veterinary students, practitioners and specialists...Overall, this a splendid resource for veterinary students and general and specialist practitioners, and may be especially useful for those veterinarians studying towards for those veterinarians studying towards post-graduate qualifications."
Veterinary Practice, October 2011
- Edición: 2
- Última edición
- Publicado: 22 de noviembre de 2010
- Idioma: Inglés
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Celia Marr
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