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…

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…

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…

Chapter 175 Ferrets Christine Ellis Clinical Techniques RESTRAINT • Most pet ferrets are gentle, tractable, and are easy to restrain without assistance. Often only minimal restraint is needed when performing…

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…

Chapter 137 Glaucoma David A. Wilkie Glaucoma is an increase in the intraocular pressure (IOP) beyond that compatible with maintenance of normal ocular physiology and function. ANATOMY See Chapter 131….

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…

Chapter 98 Fractures of the Maxilla Richard M. Jerram Fractures of the maxilla generally include all fractures rostral to the orbit—that is, the maxilla, nasal, and incisive bones. Most maxillary…

Chapter 171 Avian Respiratory System Disorders Matthew S. Johnston Disorders of the respiratory system are very common in birds. The unique anatomy and physiology of the avian respiratory system can…

Chapter 66 Surgery of the Esophagus Ronald M. Bright In general, the signs of esophageal disease are related to loss of function, to obstruction, or to inflammation of the esophagus…