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.
Table of contents
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
