Manual of Canine and Feline Cardiology - Edition 6 - Edited by Larry P. Tilley, DVM, DACVIM(Internal Medicine), Francis W. K. Smith, DVM, DACVIM (Internal Medicine & Cardiology), Meg M. Sleeper, VMD, DACVIM(Cardiology) and Marc Kraus, DVM Elsevier Health Inspection Copies

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Manual of Canine and Feline Cardiology,

Edition 6

Edited by Larry P. Tilley, DVM, DACVIM(Internal Medicine), Francis W. K. Smith, DVM, DACVIM (Internal Medicine & Cardiology), Meg M. Sleeper, VMD, DACVIM(Cardiology) and Marc Kraus, DVM

Publication Date: 18 Apr 2025

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The most effective, practical approach to the recognition and management of cardiovascular and cardiopulmonary diseases and disorders, Manual of Canine and Feline Cardiology, Sixth Edition, walks you through the challenges and conditions encountered in everyday clinical practice. This completely updated edition includes vital information on clinical treatments, diets, minimally invasive surgery, interventional procedures and imaging techniques. New artwork and enhanced coverage of cardiovascular disorders and treatment methods ensures you are well-equipped to handle every aspect of cardiac care in small animals.

Key Features

NEW! Coverage of the latest developments includes clinical treatments, diets, minimally invasive surgery, interventional procedures, and imaging techniques
NEW! eBook version, included with every new print purchase, allows digital access to all the text, figures, and references, with the ability to search, customize content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
NEW and UPDATED! Enhanced content and new artwork throughout, including new ultrasound images, provide current coverage of canine and feline cardiology
UPDATED! Appendix material includes a comprehensive drug formulary with commonly used cardiopulmonary drugs, along with formulations, indications, and dosages for both dogs and cats
Current content on common cardiovascular disorders and practical treatment methods addresses topics such as cardiac failure, cardiac arrhythmias, conduction disturbances, cardiopulmonary arrest, and more
Easy-to-follow organization separates content into three sections that build on each other — Section 1: Diagnosis of Heart Disease; Section 2: Cardiovascular Disease; Section 3: Treatment of Cardiovascular Disease
Extensive art program contains vivid illustrations, clinical photographs, and color Doppler images
Streamlined text, bullet points, and helpful boxes highlight the most important clinical content for point-of-care reference
Key points spotlight key information, diagnosis considerations, clinical tips, and more

About the author

Edited by Larry P. Tilley, DVM, DACVIM(Internal Medicine), President, VetMed Consultants, Inc., Consultant, New Mexico Veterinary Specialty Referral Center, Santa Fe, NM, USA; Francis W. K. Smith, DVM, DACVIM (Internal Medicine & Cardiology), Vice President, VetMed Consultants, Inc., Lexington, MA; Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine, Tufts University, North Grafton, MA, USA; Meg M. Sleeper, VMD, DACVIM(Cardiology), Clinical Professor, Cardiology, Department of Small Animal Clinical Sciences, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of Florida, Gainsville, FL, USA and Marc Kraus, DVM, Professor of Clinical Cardiology, University of Pennsylvania, Department of Clinical Sciences and Advanced Medicine, USA

SECTION 1: DIAGNOSIS OF HEART DISEASE
1. History and Physical Examination
2. Radiology of the Heart
3. Electrocardiography
4. Echocardiography and Doppler Ultrasound
5. Special Diagnostic Techniques for the Evaluation of Cardiac Disease

SECTION 2: CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE
6. Acquired Valvular Disease
7. Canine Cardiomyopathy
8. Feline Cardiomyopathy
9. Cor Pulmonale and Pulmonary Thromboembolism
10. Heartworm Disease
11. Pericardial Disorders and Cardiac Tumors
12. Congenital Heart Disease
13. Cardiovascular Effects of Systemic Diseases
14. Systemic Hypertension

SECTION 3: TREATMENT OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE
15. Pathophysiology and Therapy of Heart Failure
16. Treatment of Cardiac Arrhythmias and Conduction Disturbances
17. Cardiopulmonary Arrest and Resuscitation
18. Emergency Management and Critical Care
19. Anesthesia of the Cardiac Patient
20. Cardiac Surgery
21. Pacemaker Therapy
22. Nutrition and Cardiovascular Disease

Appendices
Appendix 1: Canine and Feline Breed Predilections for Heart Disease
Appendix 2: Cardiopulmonary Drug Formulary
Appendix 3: Echocardiographic Normal Values
Appendix 4: Available Canine and Feline Genetic Tests for Breed-Specific Cardiac Diseases

Index

ISBN: 9780323936590

Page Count: 504

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