Small Animal Medical Diagnosis (eBook)

Michael D. Lorenz is Dean of Veterinary Medicine at Oklahoma State University. T. Mark Neer is Professor of Internal Medicine and Director of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital at Oklahoma State University. Paul DeMars is Adjunct Assistant Professor of Small Animal Community Practice at Oklahoma State University.

1. The Problem Oriented Approach

Part One: General (Polysystemic) Problems

2. Pyrexia (Fever)

3. Disturbances of Food Intake: Anorexia And
Polyphagia

4. Episodic Weakness

5. Polyuria - Polydipsia

Part Two: Behavioral Problems

6. Aggression

7. Fear, Anxiety and Compulsive Behavior

Part Three: Conformational Problems

8. Ascites, Peripheral Edema, and Abdominal
Distention

9. Retarded Growth

10. Changes in Body Weight: Weight Loss and
Obesity

Part Four: Dermatologic Problems

11. Pruritus

12. Primary and Secondary Skin Lesions

13. Alopecia

14. Disorders of Pigmentation

Part Five: Hematolymphatic Problems

15. Bleeding Disorders

16. Lymphadenopathy

Part Six: Cardiovascular Problems

17. Disturbances of Heart Rate, Rhythm, and Pulse

18. Murmurs and Abnormal Heart Sounds

19. Abnormal Mucus Membranes

Part Seven: Respiratory Problems

20. Coughing and Hemoptysis

21. Respiratory Distress and Cyanosis

22. Syncope

23. Abnormal Lung Sounds

24. Sneezing and Nasal Discharge

Part Eight: Digestive Problems

25. Ptyalism

26. Dysphagia

27. Regurgitation and Vomiting

28. Diarrhea

29. Constipation and Flatulence

30. Abdominal Pain

31. Icterus

Part Nine: Urologic Problems

32. Abnormal Micturition: Dysuria, Pollakiuria, and
Stranguria

33. Discolored Urine

34. Urinary Incontinence

Part Ten: Reproductive Problems

35. Vaginal and Preputial Discharge

36. Abnormalities of the External Genitalia

37. Abortion, Abnormal Estrus Cycle and Infertility

Part Eleven: Musculoskeletal Problems

38. Lameness

39. Bone, Joint, and Periskeletal Swelling

40. Pain

Part Twelve: Neurologic Problems

41. Paresis or Paralysis

42. Ataxia

43. Head Tilt

44. Collapse (Seizures, Syncope, Cataplexy, Narcolepsy)

45. Stupor and Coma

Part Thirteen

46. Blindness

47. Aniscoria

48. Nystagmus and Strabismus

49. Loss of Corneal Transparency

50. Abnormal Anterior Chamber

51. Abnormal Lens

52. Anosmia - Loss of Olfaction

53. Deafness

Part Fourteen: Laboratory Defined Problems

54. Hematologic Problems

55. Abnormalities of the Standard Biochemical Profile

56. Problems Identified on Urinalysis

57. Abnormal Blood pH, Anion Gap and Blood Gases

"This book fills a gap that exists between the quick reference
texts that have proliferated recently and more extensive medical
reference texts. It provides an approach to problems in manageable
and meaningful chunks to create conceptual understanding, rather
than providing an outline of facts and recommendations. The book is
probably most useful for veterinary students and new graduates
overwhelmed by the amount of information in other texts but facing
animals with problems in their clinics. It would also be a handy
off-the-shelf reference for practitioners faced with rare problems
or hoping to avoid overlooking a key differential diagnosis.
Students who work through the book in a thoughtful manner can be
expected to gain skills in problem identification and the
mechanistic diagnostic approach. Working through the clinical
vignettes also strikes me as an excellent way to prepare for the
national licensing examination, with more learning gained than
anticipated from practicing multiple-choice questions. In summary,
this book should be an excellent investment for veterinary students
and small animal practitioners." (Journal of the American
Veterinary Medical Association, March 2010)

"The new edition includes the addition of case reports, and I
felt it helps give the reader a clearer picture of the patient and
the development of the thought process as it progresses through the
case during the work-up. There have been updates to diagnostic
tests that are reflective of the changes and improvements that have
been made in procedures as they are performed in the veterinary
field.... The format is an excellent way to help teach how to think
through a case and the logical steps to thoroughly work through
it." (VSPN, October 2010)

"Overall I feel it would be a good text for both veterinarians
and veterinary technicians alike to help teach or reinforce many
points to be considered when presented with a patient, including
clinical signs throughout the disease process." (Veterinary
Information Network, October 2010)

"The pathophysiological background in each section is
certainly useful information and the clinical vignettes make
surprisingly pleasant reading-a bit like Aesop's Fables
for vets." (Veterinary Practice, April 2010)