Feeding tubes
Chapter 12 Feeding tubes A. Sparkes Cats can be notoriously fussy about eating, both while hospitalized and postoperatively, and the importance of maintaining their nutritional status cannot be overemphasized. Adequate…
Surgical drains
Chapter 11 Surgical drains L.J. Owen Surgical drains can be valuable adjuncts to patient management, both in superficial locations and within body cavities; however, their use is not without risks…
Anesthesia and analgesia for general surgery
Chapter 2 Anesthesia and analgesia for general surgery S.B.R. Kästner Choosing an anesthetic protocol for a specific patient depends on the pre-anesthetic examination, the presence of systemic disease, and type…
Nutrition for the surgical patient
Chapter 6 Nutrition for the surgical patient M. Chandler Appropriate nutrition is critical for optimal preparation for and recovery from surgery, as morbidity and mortality are affected by nutritional status….
Wound healing
Chapter 17 Wound healing M.W. Bohling There are some fundamental differences in wound healing in cats compared to other species. This chapter will summarize the biology of wound healing, the…
Introduction
Introduction The final part of the book covers surgery of the head and neck in the cat. In the first chapter, conditions affecting all the parts of the head that…
Introduction
Introduction Thoracic surgery in the cat is considered to be advanced surgery. Practices should have resources and personnel confident in performing intermittent positive pressure ventilation in cats when considering a…
Blood transfusions in cats
Chapter 5 Blood transfusions in cats C. Knottenbelt, M.W. Jackson and M. O’Brien Blood or blood products are commonly required in surgical patients and a well-timed transfusion can be life-saving.1–3…
Chemotherapy
Chapter 16 Chemotherapy M.J. Brearley Although not used frequently in cats, chemotherapy can be an important primary or adjunctive therapy in the treatment of feline cancers. However, whilst there are…
