Small Animal Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia

Small Animal Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia is an up–to–date, complete resource for performing local anesthetic techniques in small animals. This practical, clinically oriented reference presents step–by–step procedures for performing common locoregional blocks and is organized logically by body system.  The first book to draw information on this topic into one resource , Small Animal Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia is equally useful as a comprehensive reference and as a quick source of information with checklists and pictures to assist with performing various blocks in practice. Beginning with introductory sections offering an overview of general considerations for patient preparation and pharmacology, the heart of the book is devoted to detailed instructions for performing regional anesthetic techniques, including reviews of the literature, useful illustrations, diagrams, and clinical tips. Small Animal Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia provides an invaluable tool for veterinary anesthesiologists and practitioners who incorporate local and regional anesthetic techniques into their small animal practices. Key features Offers a practical, clinically oriented resource for regional anesthetic techniques Outlines procedures using a step–by–step approach Focuses on the practical application of regional anesthetic principles Provides specific guidance for managing acute pain Includes clinical photographs, line drawings, and tables to support the concepts described Presents an extensive and up–to–date list of references

Section 1. Considerations for loco–regional anesthesia Chapter 1. History of Regional Anesthesia Kristopher Schroeder Chapter 2. General Considerations Luis Campoy & Kristopher Schroeder Chapter 3. Patient Preparation Luis Campoy and Matt R. Read Chapter 4. Clinical Pharmacology and Toxicology of Local Anesthetics & Adjuncts Manuel Martin–Flores Section 2. Equipment Chapter 5. Equipment for loco–regional anesthesia & analgesia Matt R. Read Chapter 6. Peripheral Nerve Stimulators Robert M. Raw, Matt R. Read, Luis Campoy Chapter 7. Ultrasound–guided Peripheral Nerve Blocks Olga Seco, Laura Zarucco, and Luis Campoy Section 3. Loco–regional anesthetic blocks for small animal patients Chapter 8. Incisional Infiltration of Local Anesthetics and Use of Wound Catheters Matt R. Read Chapter 9. The Eye Elizabeth A. Giuliano and Karen P. Walsh Chapter 10. The Oral Cavity Margherita Gracis Chapter 11. The Thoracic Limb Luis Campoy and Matt R. Read Chapter 12. The Trunk Matt R. Read and Carrie A. Schroeder Chapter 13. The Pelvic Limb Luis Campoy and Stephan Mahler Chapter 14. Epidural and Spinal Anesthesia Pablo Otero and Luis Campoy Chapter 15. Intravenous Regional Anesthesia Francesco Staffieri

Luis Campoy, LV, CertVA, DipECVAA, is a Senior Lecturer in the Section of Anesthesiology and Analgesia at the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine. Matt Read , DVM, MVSc, DACVA, is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Calgary.

“It will be useful and stimulating reading for any vet in small animal practice with an interest in anaesthesia, and will be particularly valuable for residents or those preparing for postgraduate examinations.”  ( Veterinary Record , 7 September 2013)