Equine Surgery defines the set of complex surgical procedures commonly performed in horses.

Features:

• Covers soft tissue procedures applicable in both racing stock and pet animals
• Details Good Surgical Procedures and Skillful Techniques

Contents

1. Case Selection, Client Communication, Insurance Policies for the Equine Surgical Patients
2. General Considerations in Preparing the Equine Surgical Patient
3. Use of Prophylactic Antibiotics in Equine Surgery
4. Complications of Equine Surgery
5. Orthopaedic Surgery
6. Surgery of the Upper Respiratory Tract
7. Surgery of the Gastrointestinal Tract
8. Surgery of the Urogenital System
9. Removal of a Dentigerous Cyst

Appendices

• Equipment Required for Lag Screw Fixation with 4.5mm Cortical Bone Screws
• Equipment Appropriate for Bone Plate Application
• Equipment Required for Fiberglass Cast Application
• Equipment Required for Arthroscopic Surgery

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