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By
G. Edwards, BVSC, DvetMed, FRCVS, Professor of Equine Studies, Department of Veterinary Clinical Science & Animal Husbandry, University of Liverpool, UK
N. A. White, DVM, MS, Diplomate ACVS, Theodora Ayer Randolph Professor of Surgery, Marion duPont Scott Equine Medical Center, Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, Virginia Tech, Leesbsurg, VA
Description
'Handbook of Equine Colic' provides practical information on all aspects of equine colic. Comprehensive in its coverage the book discusses:
the causes of colic, examination, medical treatments, management of specific diseases, husbandry and prevention.
Contents
Definition and causes of colic: Definition; Incidence and mortality; Risk factors for colic; Classificaiton of colic; Causes of colic;
Examination of the horse: Introduction; History; Physical examination; Laboratory examinations; Ancillary examinations; Summary of
possible causes of colic; The decision for surgery; Medical treatments: Analgesia; Hydration; Endotoxic shock; Modulation of intestinal
motility; Feeding; Management of specific diseases: Ileus/spasmodic colic; Small intestine; Large intestine; Small colon; Peritonitis;
Anterior enteritis; Colitis; Gastrointestinal ulcers; Prognosticating the equine acute abdomen: Introduction; Chances of immediate survival;
Prognosis for short- and long term survival; Husbandry and prevention: Diet and management; Parasites; Colic risk factors; Index.
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Paperback, 160 pages, publication date: NOV-1999
ISBN-13: 978-0-7506-3587-5
ISBN-10: 0-7506-3587-8
Imprint: BUTTERWORTH HEINEMANN
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Last update: 1 Jan 2010
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