Canine and Feline Geriatrics

As many more pets survive into old age, veterinary practitioners are finding that an increasing proportion of their work involves the treatment of ageing animals. This sector of patients requires specialist care that takes into account the many considerations related to geriatric disease.
Canine and Feline Geriatrics is a practical and readily accessible guide to the treatment of the geriatric cat and dog. It discusses the topics and problems specifically related to the elderly animal and is recommended as essential reading for all veterinary practitioners and students involved in small animal practice.

covers an area of veterinary practice that is increasing in importance.
details the many concerns that are specific to the treatment of the elderly patient.
is a useful source of information for all veterinary practitioners and students.

Spis treści:
Preface.
Chapter 1. An Introduction to Geriatric Veterinary Medicine.
Chapter 2. The Cardiovascular System.
Chapter 3. The Nervous System.
Chapter 4. The Special Senses.
Chapter 5. Urinary Tract.
Chapter 6. Neoplasia in Old Age.
Chapter 7. Nutrition in Older Animals.
Chapter 8. Anaesthesia and Surgery in Geriatric Patients.
Chapter 9. Radiology in Geriatric Patients.
Chapter 10. Geriatric Screening Programmes.
Index.

Okładka tylna:
As many more pets survive into old age, veterinary practitioners are finding that an increasing proportion of their work involves the treatment of ageing animals. This sector of patients requires specialist care that takes into account the many considerations related to geriatric disease.
Canine and Feline Geriatrics is a practical and readily accessible guide to the treatment of the geriatric cat and dog. It discusses the topics and problems specifically related to the elderly animal and is recommended as essential reading for all veterinary practitioners and st udents involved in small animal practice.

covers an area of veterinary practice that is increasing in importance.
details the many concerns that are specific to the treatment of the elderly patient.
is a useful source of information for all veterinary practitioners and students.