Small Animal Medical Diagnosis

Description

Small Animal Medical Diagnosis, Third Edition takes a problem-oriented approach to clinical diagnosis, and outlines core information necessary to effectively evaluate the major medical problems in dogs and cats. The text starts by defining problems caused by disease and proceeds to integrate the history, physical examination, and diagnostic modalities into a logical approach designed to assist with the medical management of patients. The new edition continues to serve as a vital tool in accurate and appropriate diagnosis for small animal veterinarians, emergency and critical care veterinarians, and veterinary students.

Table of Contents

1. The Problem-Oriented Approach

Part One: General (Polysystemic) Problems

2. Pyrexia (Fever)
3. Disturbances of Food Intake: Anorexia And Polyphagia
4. Episodic Weakness
5. Polyuria and Polydipsia

Part Two: Behavioral Problems

6. Aggression
7. Fear, Anxiety, and Compulsive Behavior

Part Three: Conformational Problems

8. Ascites, Peripheral Edema, and Abdominal Distention
9. Retarded Growth
10. Changes in Body Weight: Weight Loss and Obesity

Part Four: Dermatologic Problems

11. Pruritus
12. Primary and Secondary Skin Lesions
13. Alopecia
14. Disorders of Pigmentation

Part Five: Hematolymphatic Problems

15. Bleeding Disorders
16. Lymphadenopathy

Part Six: Cardiovascular Problems

17. Disturbances of Heart Rate, Rhythm, and Pulse
18. Murmurs and Abnormal Heart Sounds
19. Abnormal Mucous Membranes

Part Seven: Respiratory Problems

20. Coughing and Hemoptysis
21. Respiratory Distress and Cyanosis
22. Syncope
23. Abnormal Lung Sounds
24. Sneezing and Nasal Discharge

Part Eight: Digestive Problems

25. Ptyalism
26. Dysphagia
27. Regurgitation and Vomiting
28. Diarrhea
29. Constipation and Flatulence
30. Abdominal Pain
31. Icterus

Part Nine: Urologic Problems

32. Abnormal Micturition: Dysuria, Pollakiuria, and Stranguria
33. Discolored Urine
34. Urinary Incontinence

Part Ten: Reproductive Problems

35. Vaginal and Preputial Discharge
36. Abnormalities of the External Genitalia
37. Abortion, Abnormal Estrous Cycle, and Infertility

Part Eleven: Musculoskeletal Problems

38. Lameness
39. Bone, Joint, and Periskeletal Swelling
40. Nociception ("Pain")

Part Twelve: Neurologic Problems

41. Paresis or Paralysis
42. Ataxia
43. Head Tilt
44. Collapse (Seizures, Syncope, Cataplexy, and Narcolepsy)
45. Stupor and Coma

Part Thirteen: Special Sensation Problems

46. Blindness
47. Anisocoria
48. Nystagmus and Strabismus
49. Loss of Corneal Transparency
50. Abnormal Anterior Chamber
51. Abnormal Lens
52. Anosmia—Loss of Olfaction
53. Deafness

Part Fourteen: Laboratory-Defined Problems

54. Hematologic Problems
55. Abnormalities of the Standard Biochemical Profile
56. Problems Identified on Urinalysis
57. Abnormal Blood pH, Anion Gap, and Blood Gases

Author Information

Michael D. Lorenz is Dean of Veterinary Medicine at Oklahoma State University.
T. Mark Neer is Professor of Internal Medicine and Director of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital at Oklahoma State University.
Paul DeMars is Adjunct Assistant Professor of Small Animal Community Practice at Oklahoma State University.