Diagnosis of Lameness in Dogs: A Comprehensive Guide for Veterinarians

As a veterinarian, diagnosing lameness in dogs can be a complex and challenging task. That’s why we’ve created this accessible and easy-to-understand guide, providing a step-by-step approach to the diagnosis of lameness in dogs.

A Practical Resource for General Practice Vets

This book is designed specifically for general practice vets, providing a practical and systematic approach to performing the orthopedic diagnostic exam. With the inclusion of basic diagnostic imaging and advanced techniques such as CT, MRI, ultrasound, and arthroscopy, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to arrive at a correct diagnosis.

While treatment options are briefly summarized, the primary focus of the book is on diagnostics, enabling you to confidently identify the causes of lameness and make informed decisions about referral.

A Guide to Diagnosing Lameness with Confidence

With over 600 color images and a companion website featuring video clips of specific lameness conditions, this book is an invaluable resource for general practice veterinarians and veterinary students looking to develop their skills in accurately diagnosing causes of lameness.

The book covers a range of essential topics, including:

• General examinations and the importance of a systematic approach
• Providing urgent care to severely traumatized dogs with hemorrhaging wounds and unstable/open fractures
• Systemic conditions, neurological disorders, and oncologic diseases that need to be ruled out before arriving at a diagnosis
• Specific conditions and diagnostic procedures for the thoracic limb, including bone disease, carpal/distal joints, the elbow joint, and the shoulder joint
• Specific conditions and diagnostic procedures for the pelvic limb, including bone disease, tarsal/distal joints, the stifle joint, and the hip joint

Written by renowned orthopedic surgeons with expertise in lameness, this book is a highly useful resource for veterinarians and students looking to improve their orthopedic diagnostic skills and gain a solid foundation of relevant knowledge.

Product Details:

• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell
• Edition: 1st edition
• Publication Date: April 4, 2023
• Language: English
• Pages: 272
• ISBN-10: 1118443888
• ISBN-13: 978-1118443880