Canine and Feline Endocrinology by Feldman, 4th Edition

No other title offers such dedication to the depth, experience and focus of endocrinology as Canine and Feline Endocrinology, 4th Edition. Comprehensive coverage includes virtually every common and uncommon condition in endocrinology, plus the most updated information on nutrition, geriatric care, pathophysiology, testing procedures and cost-effective and expedient diagnostic protocols. With its logical, step-by-step guidance for decision making, diagnosis and prescribing, you will be well-equipped to care for the wide spectrum of endocrine and metabolic disorders in dogs and cats.

Key Features:

• A complete review of reproduction is presented with the endocrine material, making this text the most inclusive resource overall on the topic.
• Expansive sections on Canine Male and Female Reproduction.
• The book is divided into nine sections for an organized and accessible approach to information.
• Discussions of testing procedures in endocrine and reproductive diseases.
• Explains cost-effective and expedient diagnostic protocols.
• Logical, step-by-step guidelines aid in accurate decision-making and diagnosis.

New to this Edition:

• A new chapter in the Adrenal Gland section (Section 3) addresses feline hyperadrenocorticism.
• The chapter on diabetes mellitus in the canine and feline has been divided into two chapters in order to explore the specific aspects of the disease in each species.
• All material has been extensively revised and brought up to date for this edition.
• Additional tables and algorithms throughout the book summarize and clarify information

Περιεχόμενα:

SECTION 1: THE PITUITARY GLAND
1. Water Metabolism and Diabetes Insipidus
2. Disorders of Growth Hormone

SECTION 2: THE THYROID GLAND
3. Hypothyroidism
4. Feline Hyperthyroidism (Thyrotoxicosis)
5. Canine Thyroid Tumors and Hyperthyroidism

SECTION 3: THE ENDOCRINE PANCREAS
6. Canine Diabetes Mellitus
7. Feline Diabetes Mellitus
8. Diabetic Ketoacidosis
9. Beta-Cell Neoplasia: Insulinoma

SECTION 4: THE ADRENAL GLAND
10. Canine Hyperadrenocorticism
11. Adrenocortical Diseases in Cats
12. Hypoadrenocorticism
13. Pheochromocytoma and Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia
14. Glucocorticoid Therapy

SECTION 5: PARATHYROID GLAND
15. Hypercalcemia and Primary Hyperparathyroidism
16. Hypocalcemia and Primary Hypoparathyroidism