Chronic Disease Management for Small Animals
By W. Dunbar Gram, Rowan J. Milner, Remo Lobetti
2017 Edition
provides a complete resource for the long-term care and therapy of
canine and feline patients with incurable conditions. Offering practical
strategies for successful management of chronic disorders, the book
presents expert guidance on handling these ailments and the animals that
they afflict.
Written by leading experts in their respective fields, Chronic Disease Management for Small Animals
takes a multidisciplinary approach to the subject, covering chronic
diseases across many categories, including mobility, dermatology,
ophthalmology, internal medicine, and more. The book is not meant to
replace existing textbooks, but is designed to be used as a practical
guide that educates the reader about the many therapeutic options for
chronic disease management. Coverage encompasses:
- The impact that chronic disease has on the quality of life for both the patient and its owner
- Specific chronic diseases, outlining diagnostics, therapeutics, and quality of life concerns
- Hospice care and end of life, including client and pet needs, quality of life, cultural sensitivities, dying naturally, euthanasia, and death
Chronic Disease Management for Small Animals is
an essential reference for recently qualified and seasoned
practitioners alike, supporting clinicians in making decisions and
communicating with clients regarding long-term care. It is an ideal book
for all small animal practitioners and veterinary students.
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