Canine and Feline Endocrinology - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource (Retail Access Card), 4th Edition
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No other title offers such dedication to the depth, experience, and focus of endocrinology as Canine and Feline Endocrinology, 4th Edition. Comprehensive coverage includes virtually every common and uncommon condition in endocrinology, plus the most updated information on nutrition, geriatric care, pathophysiology, testing procedures, and cost-effective and expedient diagnostic protocols. With its logical, step-by-step guidance for decision making, diagnosis, and prescribing, you will be well-equipped to care for the wide spectrum of endocrine and metabolic disorders in dogs and cats.
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- A complete review of reproduction is presented with the endocrine material, making this text the most inclusive resource overall on the topic.
- Expansive sections on Canine Male and Female Reproduction.
- The book is divided into nine sections for an organized and accessible approach to information.
- Discussions of testing procedures in endocrine and reproductive diseases.
- Explains cost-effective and expedient diagnostic protocols.
- Logical, step-by-step guidelines aid in accurate decision-making and diagnosis.
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- NEW! Updated content includes the latest information on: thyroid disease; current imaging studies; atypical Addison's disease; atypical Cushing's disease; idiopathic hypercalcemia in cats; insulin therapy in dogs and cats; diagnostics and treatments; and radiotherapy.
- NEW! Integration of sound nutrition practices into the treatment of endocrine disorders ensures that you have the knowledge you need to efficiently treat these disorders.
- NEW! Expanded coverage provides more information on geriatric dogs and cats and the latest findings regarding the treatment of diabetes (two factors which are often interrelated).
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SECTION 1: THE PITUITARY GLAND 1. Water Metabolism and Diabetes Insipidus 2. Disorders of Growth Hormone
SECTION 2: THE THYROID GLAND 3. Hypothyroidism 4. Feline Hyperthyroidism (Thyrotoxicosis) 5. Canine Thyroid Tumors and Hyperthyroidism
SECTION 3: THE ENDOCRINE PANCREAS 6. Canine Diabetes Mellitus 7. Feline Diabetes Mellitus 8. Diabetic Ketoacidosis 9. Beta-Cell Neoplasia: Insulinoma
SECTION 4: THE ADRENAL GLAND 10. Canine Hyperadrenocorticism 11. Adrenocortical Diseases in Cats 12. Hypoadrenocorticism 13. Pheochromocytoma and Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia 14. Glucocorticoid Therapy
SECTION 5: PARATHYROID GLAND 15. Hypercalcemia and Primary Hyperparathyroidism 16. Hypocalcemia and Primary Hypoparathyroidism
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Edward C. Feldman, DVM, DACVIM, Department of Medicine and Epidemiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, CA, Richard W. Nelson, DVM, Dipl ACVIM, Professor, Department of Medicine and Epidemiology, School of Veterinary Medicine, University of California, Davis, CA, Claudia Reusch and J. Catharine Scott-Moncrieff