Orthopedic Coaptation Devices and Small-Animal Prosthetics
Chapter 45 Orthopedic Coaptation Devices and Small-Animal Prosthetics Sherman O. Canapp, Jr., Derrick M. Campana and Lisa M. Fair Bandages, slings, hobbles, splints, casts, and orthotics are all considered external…
Tarsus and Metatarsus
Chapter 64 Tarsus and Metatarsus Stuart Carmichael and William Marshall The tarsus (hock) consists of the tarsal bones and joints between the crus and the metatarsus.20a It is a complex…
Carpus, Metacarpus, and Digits
Chapter 56 Carpus, Metacarpus, and Digits Amy S. Kapatkin, Tanya Garcia-Nolen and Kei Hayashi The manus of the canine thoracic limb consists of the carpus, metacarpal bones, phalanges, and associated…
Instrument and Tissue Handling Techniques
Chapter 18 Instrument and Tissue Handling Techniques Harry W. Boothe A very desirable attribute of a good surgeon is a sense of fluency that is achieved by being familiar with…
Emergency Ophthalmic Surgery
Chapter 125 Emergency Ophthalmic Surgery Daniel A. Ward Ophthalmic surgery often requires advanced training and special instrumentation. In some situations, however, referral may not be an option. This chapter covers…
Penis and Prepuce
Chapter 112 Penis and Prepuce Harry W. Boothe Anatomy Penis The penis is composed of three principal divisions: the root, body, and distal portion (Figure 112-1). The root (Figure 112-2)…