Slatter: Textbook of Small Animal Surgery 3rd Edition

Section 1 Surgical Biology.

• 1. Shock: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, and Treatment.
• 2. Fluids, Electrolyte, and Acid-Base Therapy.
• 3. Hemostasis, Surgical Bleeding, and Transfusion.
• 4. Wound Repair and Specific Response to Injury.
• 5. Nutritional Support of Hospitalized Cats and Dogs.
• 6. Surgical Wound Infection and the Use of Antimicrobials.
• 7. Organ Transplantation in Clinical Veterinary Practice.
• 8. Trauma: Epidemiology and Mechanisms.
• 9. Biomaterials and Surgical Implants.

Section 2 Surgical Methods.

• 10. Principles of Surgical Asepsis.
• 11. Sterilization.
• 12. Assessment and Preparation of the Surgical Patient and the Operating Team.
• 13. Surgical Facilities and Equipment.
• 14. Surgical Instruments.
• 15. Basic Operative Techniques.
• 16. Cryosurgery.
• 17. Surgical Lasers.
• 18. Suture Materials, Tissue Adhesives, Staplers, and Ligating Clips.
• 19. Bandages and Drains.

Section 3 Skin and Adnexa.

• 20. The Integument.
• 21. Superficial Skin Wounds.
• 22. Principles of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery.
• 23. Pedicle Grafts.
• 24. Skin Grafts.
• 25. Surgical Treatment of Specific Skin Disorders.
• 26. Burns: Thermal, Electrical, Chemical, and Cold Injuries.

Section 4 Body Cavities and Hernias.

• 27. Thoracic Wall.
• 28. Pleura and Pleural Space.
• 29. Abdominal Wall.
• 30. Peritoneum and Peritoneal Cavity.
• 31. Hernias.
• 32. Abdominal Hernias.
• 33. Diaphragmatic, Pericardial, and Hiatal Hernia.
• 34. Perineal Hernia.

Section 5 Gastrointestinal System.

• 35. Functional Anatomy of the Digestive System.
• 36. Physiology of the Digestive System.
• 37. Pathophysiology of Gastrointestinal Disease.
• 38. Tongue, Lips, Cheeks, Pharynx, and Salivary Glands.
• 39. Esophagus.
• 40. Stomach.
• 41. Small Intestines.
• 42. Large Intestine.
• 43. Rectum and Anus.
• 44. Liver and Biliary System.
• 45. Portosystemic Shunts and Other Hepatic Vascular Anomalies.
• 46. Surgery of the Exocrine Pancreas.

Section 6 Respiratory System.

• 47. Functional Anatomy.
• 48. Pathophysiology of the Respiratory System.
• 49. Evaluation of the Surgical Respiratory Patient.
• 50. Brachycephalic Syndrome.
• 51. Cleft Palate.
• 52. Nasal Passages, Sinus, and Palate.
• 53. Laryngeal Paralysis and Devocalization.
• 54. Laryngeal Trauma and Stenosis.
• 55. Diseases of the Trachea and Bronchi.
• 56. Lungs.
• 57. Care of Respiratory Patients.

Section 7 Cardiovascular System.

• 58. Surgical Anatomy of the Heart.
• 59. Pathophysiology of Heart Failure.
• 60. Interventional Catheterization Procedures.
• 61. Pacemaker Therapy.
• 62. Inflow Occlusion and Cardiopulmonary Bypass.
• 63. Cardiac Surgery.
• 64. Surgery of the Pericardium.
• 65. Principles of Vascular Surgery.
• 66. Cardiopulmonary Supportive Care.

Section 8 Hemolymphatic System.

• 67. Hematopoiesis.
• 68. Hematopoietic Dysfunction.
• 69. Bone Marrow.
• 70. Spleen.
• 71. Lymphatics and Lymph Nodes.
• 72. The Tonsils.
• 73. The Thymus.

Section 9 Nervous System.

• 74. Neurological Examination and Localization.
• 75. Electrodiagnosis.
• 76. Neuroradiology.
• 77. Pathogenesis of Diseases of the Central Nervous System.
• 78. Surgical Approaches in Central Nervous System Surgery.
• 79. Atlantoaxial Conditions and Wobbler Syndrome.
• 80. Intervertebral Disk Disease.
• 81. Miscellaneous Spinal Conditions and Peripheral Nerve Injuries.
• 82. Lumbosacral Syndrome.
• 83. Vertebral Fractures and Luxations.
• 84. Intracranial Surgery.
• 85. Neuro-oncological Surgery of the Vertebral Column and Spinal Cord.

Section 10 Eye and Adnexa.

• 86. Principles of Ophthalmic Surgery.
• 87. Surgery of the Eyelids.
• 88. Conjunctiva.
• 89. The Nasolacrimal System.
• 90. Third Eyelid.
• 91. Cornea and Sclera.
• 92. Iris and Ciliary Body.
• 93. Lens.
• 94. Vitreous and Retina.
• 95. Orbit.
• 96. Glaucoma.
• 97. Ophthalmic Emergencies.

Section 11 Reproductive System.

• 98. Ovary and Uterus.
• 99. Vagina, Vestibule, and Vulva.
• 100. Normal and Abnormal Parturition.
• 101. Cesarean Section.
• 102. Testes and Epididymis.
• 103. Penis, Prepuce, and Scrotum.
• 104. Prostate.

Section 12 Urinary System.

• 105. Development of the Urinary System.
• 106. Physiology of the Urinary Tract.
• 107. Pathophysiology and Therapeutics of Urinary Tract Diseases.
• 108. Principles of Urinary Tract Surgery.
• 109. Kidneys.
• 110. Ureters.
• 111. Urinary Bladder.
• 112. The Urethra.
• 113. Lower Urinary Tract Diseases.
• 114. Medical Treatment of Urolithiasis.
• 115. Prevention of Acute Renal Failure.

Section 13 Endocrine System.

• 116. Hypophysectomy.
• 117. Adrenalectomy.
• 118. Thyroid Gland.
• 119. Parathyroid Gland.
• 120. Endocrine Pancreas.

Section 14 Ear.

• 121. Pinna.
• 122. External Ear Canal.
• 123. Middle Ear.
• 124. Clinical Evaluation of Auditory Function.

Section 15 Musculoskeletal System.

• 125. Connective Tissue of the Musculoskeletal System.
• 126. Fracture Biology and Biomechanics.
• 127. Treatment of Open Fractures.
• 128. Internal Fracture Fixation.
• 129. External Skeletal Fixation.
• 130. External Coaptation.
• 131. Delayed Unions, Nonunions, and Malunions.
• 132. Orthopedic Infections.
• 133. Bone Grafts.
• 134. Scapula.
• 135. Luxation of the Scapulohumeral Joint.
• 136. Fractures of the Humerus.
• 137. Elbow Luxation.
• 138. Canine Elbow Dysplasia.
• 139. Fractures of the Radius and Ulna.
• 140. Carpus and Digits.
• 141. Fractures of the Pelvis.
• 142. Coxofemoral Luxations.
• 143. Hip Dysplasia: Pathogenesis.
• 144. Canine Hip Dysplasia: Diagnosis and Nonsurgical Treatment.
• 145. Surgical Treatment of Canine Hip Dysplasia.
• 146. Fractures of the Femur.
• 147. Stifle Joint.
• 148. Tibial Plateau Leveling Osteotomy.
• 149. Fractures of the Tibia and Fibula.
• 150. The Tarsus and Metatarsus.
• 151. Arthrodesis.
• 152. Amputations.
• 153. Maxillofacial Fractures.
• 154. Osteoarthritis
• 155. Immune-Mediated Polyarthritis.
• 156. Miscellaneous Orthopaedic Disorders.
• 157. Perthes' Disease.
• 158. Muscle and Tendon Disorders.
• 159. Limb-Sparing Surgery for Dogs with Bone Neoplasia.
• 160. Small Animal Arthroscopy.

Section 16 Oncology.

• 161. Biology of Neoplastic Disease
• 162. Diagnosis of Neoplasia
• 163. Surgical Therapy
• 164. Veterinary Radiation Therapy.
• 165. Chemotherapy of Neoplasia.
• 166. Skin and Subcutis.
• 167. Alimentary Tract, Liver, and Pancreas.
• 168. Cardiac and Pericardial Neoplasia.
• 169. Hematopoietic Neoplasia.
• 170. Tumors Involving the Central and Peripheral Nervous System.
• 171. Eye and Orbit.
• 172. Reproductive Oncology.
• 173. Urinary System.
• 174. Musculoskeletal System.
• 175. Respiratory Tract Neoplasia.
• 176. Tumors of the Mandible, Maxilla, and Calvarium.

Section 17 Anesthesia.

• 177. Pain Management for the Surgical Patient.
• 178. Patient Monitoring.
• 179. Operating Room Emergencies.
• 180. Elective Soft Tissue and Orthopaedic Procedures.
• 181. Trauma or Shock Patient.
• 182. Urinary System.
• 183. Anesthesia for the Patient with Central Nervous System or Ophthalmic Disease.
• 184. Respiratory System.
• 185. Cardiovascular System.
• 186. Hepatic and Gastrointestinal Surgery.
• 187. Endocrine System.
• 188. Anesthesia for the Pediatric and Geriatric Patient.
• 189. Cesarean Section.
• 190. Triage and Initial Support of the Trauma Patient.
• 191. Postoperative Patient Care.
• 192. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation.
• 193. Positive-Pressure Ventilation.

Section 18 Dentistry.

• 194. Applied Oral Anatomy and Histology.
• 195. Oral Pathology.
• 196. Periodontal and Oral Inflammatory Disease.
• 197. Periodontics.
• 198. Endodontics.
• 199. Restorative Dentistry.
• 200. Orthodontics.
• 201. Exodontics.

Appendix: Normal Laboratory Values for the Dog and Cat
Index

Textbook of Small Animal Surgery 3rd Edition by Douglas Slatter offers explicit guidelines for evaluating patients, selecting the right operation, and implementing clinically proven procedures. It covers major topics relevant to the field such as oncology, ophthalmology, dentistry, the nervous system, the urinary and reproductive systems, and more. The up-to-date 3rd edition features an increased emphasis on decision-making algorithms and high-quality images that depict relevant anatomy, diagnostic features, and sequential steps in operative procedures. Expanded, detailed coverage assists the reader with learning and applying the latest surgical techniques.


Key Features

• Contributors from three different continents and 17 countries, outstanding in their fields, lend a global perspective to the work.
• Extensive, high-quality illustrations aid the reader in clear visualization of techniques, instrumentation, and diagnosis.
• References for each chapter direct the reader to further sources of information.
• An appendix of normal laboratory values for the dog and cat put this essential information within easy reach.
• A cardiopulmonary resuscitation algorithm is printed on the inside front cover for quick and easy reference.
• A quick guide to evaluation and initial stabilization of life-threatening cardiopulmonary complications is printed on the inside back cover for immediate access to crucial information.

New in this edition

• The section on critical care has been expanded to include more complete information.
• 10 new section editors and 146 new contributors bring new insight to topics in their areas of expertise.
• 38 new chapters, including a chapter on arthroscopy, reflect current knowledge and advances.
• Detailed coverage of surgery techniques present explicit, easy-to-follow guidelines and procedures.
• An increased emphasis on decision-making algorithms makes the book even more clinically useful.
• Each chapter has been thoroughly revised, providing the most comprehensive scope of coverage for each topic.

About the Author
Douglas Slatter, BVSc, PhD, FRCVS, Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Surgeons; Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists.

Book Details 
 

• Hardcover: 3070 pages
• Publisher: Saunders; 3 edition (December 17, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0721686079
• ISBN-13: 9780721686073
• Dimensions: 11.5 x 9.3 x 4.4 inches

List Price: $249.00 
 

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