Colic Surgery in the Horse - by David E Freeman (Hardcover)

About the Book

"A comprehensive discussion of surgical treatments for equine colic Colic Surgery in the Horse presents a detailed exploration of surgical procedures in the horse abdomen. It is a state-of-the-art reference for equine surgeons, providing detailed descriptions of surgical treatments for colic in horses. The book offers step-by-step instructions for abdominal surgeries in the equine patient with accompanying photographs and illustrations. Covering all aspects of colic surgery, the book emphasizes a practical approach designed to improve outcomes after surgical treatment. Numerous illustrations accompany the discussions of colic surgery, diseases causing colic, treatment decision making, preoperative considerations, postoperative treatment, and other related topics. The book is an accessible, essential resource for all veterinarians engaged in the surgical treatment of colic in horses"--

Book Synopsis

Colic Surgery in the Horse ist ein aktuelles Referenzwerk für Veterinärchirurgen mit Spezialisierung auf Pferde. Das Fachbuch beschreibt ausführlich chirurgische Eingriffe bei Pferden mit Koliken und greift bei dieser komplizierten Erkrankung auf die über 40-jährige Erfahrung von Autor David Freemann zurück. Abdominale Eingriffe am Pferd werden Schritt für Schritt erläutert und durchgängig anhand von Illustrationen verdeutlicht.
Der Schwerpunkt liegt in erster Linie auf der Bereitstellung spezifischer Informationen zur Durchführung von operativen Eingriffen. Zusatzkapitel bieten Hintergrundinformationen zu Erkrankungen, die zu Koliken führen, für die Entscheidungsfindung, zu präoperativen Überlegungen, postoperativen Behandlungen und weiteren relevanten Themen. Colic Surgery in the Horse ist ein zugängliches und wichtiges Nachschlagewerk für Veterinärmediziner, die chirurgische Eingriffe an Pferden mit Koliksymptomatik vornehmen.

From the Back Cover

A comprehensive discussion of surgical treatments for equine colic

Colic Surgery in the Horse presents a detailed exploration of surgical procedures in the horse abdomen. It is a state-of-the-art reference for equine surgeons, providing detailed descriptions of surgical treatments for colic in horses. The book offers step-by-step instructions for abdominal surgeries in the equine patient with accompanying photographs and illustrations.

Covering all aspects of colic surgery, the book emphasizes a practical approach designed to improve outcomes after surgical treatment. Numerous illustrations accompany the discussions of colic surgery, diseases causing colic, treatment decision making, preoperative considerations, postoperative treatment, and other related topics. The book is an accessible, essential resource for all veterinarians engaged in the surgical treatment of colic in horses.

Readers will also find:

• A thorough introduction to diseases of the stomach, small intestine, and large intestine that cause colic in horses
• Comprehensive explorations of the assessment of colic
• Practical discussions of owner-involved decision making in the treatment of equine colic
• Complete coverage of preoperative management and anesthesia and surgery preparation
• An emphasis on a practical approach designed to improve outcomes following surgery

Written for equine surgeons, residents and interns, Colic Surgery in the Horse will also benefit equine veterinary practitioners with an interest in the treatment of colic in horses.

About the Author

The author

David E. Freeman, MVB, MRCVS, PhD, DACVS, is Appleton Endowed Professor at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine in Gainesville, Florida, USA.