Cardiology of the Horse

A reference on equine cardiology that reviews the physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacology of the equine cardiovascular system. It describes diagnostic methods from basic to specialist examination skills and addresses the investigation and management of common clinical problems using a problem-orientated approach.

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Cardiology of the Horse is a multi-author, contemporary reference on equine cardiology. The first section reviews the physiology, pathophysiology and pharmacology of the equine cardiovascular system. The second section describes diagnostic methods from basic to specialist examination skills and the third section addresses the investigation and management of common clinical problems using a problem-orientated approach. Suitable for students, general and specialist practitioners and teachers.An up-to-date account of current clinical practice in equine cardiology covering:



recent developments in research and practice
problem-orientated approaches helpful to both general and specialist practitioners
clinical management of specific groups from foals and racehorses to geriatric patients
cardiac problems related to exercise, anaesthesia and intensive care