Pleural Effusion
Chapter 164 Pleural Effusion Robert G. Sherding, Stephen J. Birchard Pleural effusion is an abnormal accumulation of fluid within the pleural space and is a clinical manifestation of conditions such…
Scapulohumeral Luxation
Chapter 103 Scapulohumeral Luxation Robert A. Taylor Scapulohumeral luxation is an uncommon clinical condition. Both congenital and traumatic luxations occur; the latter is more common. Medial luxation of the humeral…
Neoplasia of the Maxilla and Mandible
Chapter 99 Neoplasia of the Maxilla and Mandible Matthew Palmisano ETIOLOGY The oropharyngeal region is the fourth most common site of malignant neoplasia in the dog. Key Point The most…
Surgical Correction of Patent Ductus Arteriosus
Chapter 155 Surgical Correction of Patent Ductus Arteriosus Eric R. Schertel Ligation of the patent ductus arteriosus (PDA) in dogs and cats is a rewarding surgical procedure. When performed by…
Orthopedic Disorders of the Distal Extremities
Chapter 113 Orthopedic Disorders of the Distal Extremities Steven C. Budsberg Disorders of the extremities distal to the carpus and tarsus usually result from direct trauma. Most abnormalities involve bone…
Surgery of the Prostate Gland
Chapter 85 Surgery of the Prostate Gland Harry W. Boothe Surgical procedures of the prostate gland include biopsy, drainage procedures (including ultrasound-guided percutaneous needle drainage, drain tube placement, omentalization, and…
Anorectal Surgery
Chapter 75 Anorectal Surgery Ronald M. Bright Surgery of the rectum and anus is associated with a high rate of complications. The high bacterial population of the rectum increases the…
Delayed Union, Nonunion, and Malunion
Chapter 122 Delayed Union, Nonunion, and Malunion Randy J. Boudrieau DELAYED UNION AND NONUNION Healing times for similar fractures in any single group of patients are fairly uniform; however, a…
