Discover the Comprehensive Guide to Veterinary Anesthesia and Pain Management!
In this thoroughly updated and much expanded third edition, Small Animal Anesthesia and Pain Management provides comprehensive coverage of the critical aspects of veterinary anesthesia and pain management. This essential resource is perfect for veterinary practitioners, veterinary technicians, and students alike.
The book opens with a detailed exploration of inhalant anesthetic equipment and its essential accessories, emphasizing the crucial role of preoperative blood work and its interpretations. Coverage continues with a systematic introduction to clinical anesthetic practice, encompassing:
- Premedication drugs and dosages
- Intravenous induction options
- Modern inhalant anesthetics, including a spotlight on the newly approved drug Zenalpha® (medetomidine and vatinoxan) for sedative and anesthetic combinations in both dogs and cats.
Updated chapters also cover a wide range of scenarios and procedures, including:
- Injectable and sedative combinations
- Monitoring anesthetic depth and antinociception using advanced techniques like EEG (electroencephalography) and Parasympathetic Tone Analysis (PTA)
- Comprehensive guidance on intervening in cases of abnormalities.
Authors:
Jeff C. Ko (Editor)
Edition:
3rd
Publication Date:
November 6, 2024
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