Handbook of Small Animal Gastroenterology

This reference presents the essentials of clinical diagnosis and management of common, small animal gastrointestinal disorders. The text reviews symptoms, covers methods of diagnosis (including laparoscopy and endoscopy) and describes disorders of the digestive tract by organ system. Current information about the pathophysiologic mechanisms of gastrointestinal disorders is examined, and there are new diagnostic tests and procedures to ensure effectively managed care using the most up-to-date techniques. Specific chapters focus on individual organs in order to pinpoint problems and offer fast access to treatments, while one particular chapter is devoted solely to rabbits and rodents, offering specific treatments for these animals.