Common Clinical Presentations in Dogs and Cats

De: Ryane E. Englar
ISBN: 9781119414582
2019, Wiley
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Common Clinical Presentations in Dogs and Cats is a reliable resource and quick reference to essential information for diagnosing canine and feline patients, based on presenting complaints. The text takes a problem-oriented approach to recognizing common clinical conditions, and introduces diagnostic and treatment plans for companion animal practice. Equally useful for veterinary students and practicing clinicians, the book presents 78 chapters grouped by body system, for ease of access.

Each chapter focuses on identifying the chief complaint, pinpointing possible diagnoses, and determining the clinical approach to patient care. The book is richly illustrated throughout with clinical photographs and line drawings that demonstrate the concepts presented. Common Clinical Presentations in Dogs and Cats is an essential resource that:

• Gives clinicians fast access to essential details for approaching common case presentations in dogs and cats and forming a correct diagnosis
• Presents information by clinical signs, organized by body system
• Takes a standardized chapter format for ease of use
• Includes color photographs and line drawings to illustrate the conditions discussed

Written for small animal general practitioners and veterinary students, Common Clinical Presentations in Dogs and Cats is a patient-side reference that can help practitioners gain the knowledge and confidence to correctly diagnose a wide range of clinical presentations.
Author Bio

Preface

Acknowledgements

Part One: An Orientation to the Problem-Based Approach

1. The Problem-Oriented Approach to Clinical Medicine

2. The Role of the Comprehensive Patient History in the Problem-Oriented Approach

Part Two: The Integumentary System

3. Claw and Claw Bed Pathology

4. Wounds

5. Hypotrichosis and Alopecia

6. Infestation

7. Skin Fragility

8. Changes in Coat Color

9. Change in Pigmentation

10. Nasal and Footpad Hyperkeratosis

11. Erythematous Wheals and Angioedema

12. Papules and Pustules

13. Scale and Crusts

14. Skin Nodules and Tumors

Part Three: Eyes and Ears

15. Hyphema

17. Hypopyon

18. Anisocoria

19. Abnormalities Associated with the Upper and Lower Palpebrae

20. Abnormal Presentations Involving the Nictitans

21. Changes in Globe Position within the Orbit

22. Changes in Globe Size

23. Abnormal Alignment of One or Both Eyes

24. Nystagmus

25. Reflex Blepharospasm

26. Abnormal Tear Production and Abnormal Ocular Discharge

27. Abnormal Appearances of the Conjunctiva

28. Abnormal Appearances of the Sclera

29. Abnormal Appearances of the Cornea

30. Abnormal Appearances of the Iris

31. Abnormal Appearances of the Lens

32. Abnormal Appearances of the External Ear

Part Four: The Respiratory System

33. Nasal Discharge

34. Stertor and Stridor

35. Sneezing and Coughing

36. Changes in Respiratory Rates and Patterns

37. Abnormal Lung Sounds

Part Five: The Cardiovascular System

38. Abnormal Mucous Membranes and Capillary Refill Time (CRT)

39. Palpably Cool or Cyanotic Extremities

40. Collapse

41. Jugular Vein Distension and Jugular Pulses

42. Muffled heart sounds

43. Murmurs

44. Gallop Rhythms

45. Bradycardia

46. Tachycardia

Part Six: The Digestive System

47. Abnormal Gut Sounds

48. Abnormal Ingestive Behaviors

49. Abnormal Numbers of Teeth and Enamel Defects

50. Acute Abdomen

51. Changes in Fecal Appearance

52. Dysphagia and Regurgitation

53. Halitosis

54. Emesis

Part Seven: The Urogenital System

55. Abnormalities Associated with Testicular Palpation

56. Bilateral Pre-Scrotal Swellings in the Canine Patient

57. Spines Along the Feline Penis

58. Abnormal Presentations involving the Prepuce and the Penis

59. Preputial Discharge

60. Abnormal External Genitalia

61. Vulvovaginal Discharge

62. Abnormal Presentations of the Mammary Glands

63. Abnormal Palpation of One or Both Kidneys

64. Polyuria and Polydipsia

65. Acute Presentations of Diminished Urine Output

66. Grossly Abnormal Urine

Part Eight: The Musculoskeletal and Nervous Systems

67. Cervical Ventroflexion

68. Forelimb Lameness

69. Pelvic Limb Lameness

70. Shifting Leg Lameness

71. Abnormal Mentation

72. Head Tilt, Circling, and Other Manifestations of Vestibular Disease

73. Abnormal Somatic or Spinal Reflexes

74. Upper and Lower Motor Neuron Signs and Anatomic Localization of Disease

75. Diffuse Flaccidity in the Dog: Unusual Presentations Involving Diffuse Lower Motor Neuron Dysfunction

76. Unusual Presentations of Spastic Rigidity in the Dog

77. Involuntary Movements or Dyskinesias

78. Seizures
Ryane E. Englar, DVM, DABVP (Canine and Feline Practice)

Is Clinical Assistant Professor and Clinical Education Coordinator at Kansas State University in Manhattan, Kansas, USA.