Pathology of Pet and Aviary Birds (eBook)

Robert E. Schmidt, DVM, PhD, DACVP, is a consultant in veterinary pathology for veterinary diagnostic laboratories, zoological parks and aquariums, and veterinary practitioners specializing in diseases of birds, reptiles, fish, laboratory animals and zoo animals, based in Anthem, Arizona, USA. Drury R. Reavill, DVM, DAVBP (Avian and Reptile & Amphibian Practice), DACVP, is a pathologist at the Zoo/Exotic Pathology Service in Carmichael, California, USA. She provides diagnostic pathology services to exotic animal practitioners in clinical practices, zoological parks and aquariums, and animal rescue/rehabilitation facilities. David N. Phalen, DVM, PhD, DAVBP (Avian Practice), is Associate Professor at the University of Sydney in Camden, NSW, Australia where he teaches avian, exotic pet and wildlife medicine, provides diagnostic services to avian and exotic animal veterinarians, and supervises the Masters of Wildlife Health and Population Management.

About the Authors vii

Preface to the First Edition ix

Preface to the Second Edition xi

Acknowledgments xiii

1 Cardiovascular System 1

2 Respiratory System 21

3 Gastrointestinal System and Pancreas 55

4 Liver 95

5 Urinary System 127

6 Reproductive System 145

7 Endocrine System 161

8 Lymphatic and Hematopoietic System 175

9 Musculoskeletal System 199

10 Nervous System 221

11 Integument 237

12 Special Sense Organs 263

13 Peritoneum and Mesenteries 281

Index 291

Compared with the first edition, which was published 16 years ago, the second edition of Pathology of Pet and Aviary Birds has been substantially expanded to include information on chickens, pigeons, and a few wild birds. Perhaps the greatest improvement to this edition is the addition of many color figures
including macrophotographs; photomicrographs of histologic, cytologic, and immunohistochemically stained specimens; and occasional electron micrographs of various pathological lesions.

The book is organized into 13 chapters, each devoted to a specific body system or organ. Each chapter begins with information regarding the normal gross and histologic anatomy of the system or organ being discussed, followed by descriptions of congenital anomalies and infectious and non-infectious diseases that affect that system or organ...

Overall...this is a good book that contains plenty of information supported by numerous figures. It will be a good reference for anyone interested in the pathology of pet and aviary birds.(Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, Dec 15th 2016)