Manual of Canine and Feline Cardiology, 6th Edition

• 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

CONTENTS

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 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

Appendixes
1. Canine Breed Predilections for Heart Disease
2. Cardiopulmonary Drug Formulary
3. Echocardiographic Normal Values
4. Cardiac Genetics
5. Available Canine and Feline Genetic Tests for Breed Specific Cardiac Disease