Canine and Feline Gastroenterology - Elsevier eBook on VitalSource (Retail Access Card), 1st Edition

• A comprehensive, 928-page reference standard covers the discipline of canine and feline gastroenterology.
• An international focus is provided by 85 authors from 17 different countries, including renowned experts in veterinary gastroenterology, internal medicine, pathology, clinical pathology, radiology, and infectious disease.
• Coverage of the entire breadth and depth of gastroenterology ranges from biology to pathobiology, as well as diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal, pancreatic, and hepatobiliary systems.
• Current information on GI microflora, immunology, cellular growth, and systems integration provides a foundation for treating clinical problems.
• Coverage of diseases in dogs and cats includes the oral cavity, esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, colon, anorectum, liver and biliary tract, exocrine pancreas, peritoneum, and associated vasculature.
• A focus on patient management examines the full range of procedures and techniques essential to diagnosis and treatment from clinical signs and diagnosis to nutritional support and pharmacologic management of disease.
• Clear explanations of current diagnostic modalities include laboratory tests, molecular methods, diagnostic imaging, endoscopy, and histopathology, also showing how to interpret and utilize results.
• A strong clinical approach emphasizes need-to-know information for managing the common and not-so-common G.I. clinical problems of everyday practice.
• Full-color photographs and illustrations depict concepts, conditions, and procedures.
• An evidence-based medicine perspective reflects the latest research as well as the modern practice of veterinary medicine.
• Logical, coherent, and consistent internal organization makes this a reader-friendly edition.
• Problem-based algorithms help in diagnosing every G.I. clinical problem from A to Z.
• A stand-alone section on the pharmacologic approach to G.I. disease offers quick and easy drug reference.

Section I: Biology of the Gastrointestinal Tract, Pancreas, and Liver

1. Integration of Gastrointestinal Function
2. Gastrointestinal Microflora
3. Gastrointestinal Immunology
4. Gastrointestinal Inflammation
5. Cellular Growth/Neoplasia

Section II: Approach to Clinical Signs in Gastrointestinal Disease

6. Abdominal Pain
7. Anorexia
8. Ascites
9. Coagulopathy
10. Constipation
11. Diarrhea
12. Dyschezia and Tenesmus
13. Dysphagia and Gagging
14. Fecal Incontinence
15. Gastrointestinal Gas
16. Hemorrhage (Gastrointestinal)
17. Hepatoencephalopathy
18. Icterus
19. Polyphagia
20. Polyuria/Polydipsia
21. Regurgitation
22. Salivation
23. Vomiting
24. Weight Loss & Cachexia

Section III: Diagnostic Approach to Gastrointestinal, Pancreatic, and Hepatobiliary Problems

25. Laboratory Approach
26. Diagnostic Imaging of the Gastrointestinal Tract
27. Endoscopy
28. Laparoscopy
29. Histopathology

Section IV: Nutritional Approach to Gastrointestinal Disease

30. Nutritional Assessment and Management
31. Adverse Reactions to Food
32. Nutritional Strategies
33. Enteral and Parenteral Nutrition Section V: Pharmacologic Approach to Gastrointestinal Disease
34. Antidiarrheal Agents
35. Antiemetic Agents
36. Antifungal Drugs
37. Antihelmintic Agents
38. Antiinflammatory Agents
39. Antimicrobial Agents
40. Antioxidant Drugs
41. Antispasmodic Agents
42. Behavioral Modification
43. Chelating Agents
44. Chemotherapy
45. Cytoprotection – Gastric
46. Cytoprotection – Liver/Biliary
47. Enzyme Supplementation
48. Fluid Therapy
49. Immunosuppressive Drugs
50. Laxative Agents
51. Probiotic Agents
52. Prokinetic Agents
53. Vitamins and Minerals

Section VI: Diseases of the Gastrointestinal Tract

54. Oropharynx
55. Esophagus
56. Stomach
57. Small Intestine
58. Large Intestine
59. Anorectum
60. Pancreas
61. Liver
62. Breed-Relationships