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Laser Surgery In Veterinary Medicine

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DESCRIPTION:
This book is a state-of-the-art reference to using surgical lasers to treat animal patients. Encompassing theory and practice, it emphasizes procedures, techniques, and equipment, with specific recommendations for laser settings. While most of the procedures emphasize surgeries on dogs and cats, this practical guide also dedicates chapters to equine, small mammal, avian, aquatic animal, and reptile surgeries, making it an excellent clinical reference for any busy veterinarian.

The book begins with background information on the theory and science of laser surgery, then details specific surgical procedures with step-by-step instructions and accompanying photographs. The next section provides practical guidance for incorporating lasers into the veterinary practice, and the final section offers a look at the future of lasers in veterinary medicine and surgery. A companion website features video clips of surgery procedures.

- Presents a state-of-the-art guide to using laser surgery in veterinary practice, from theory and procedures to techniques and equipment
- Focuses on dogs and cats, including specialties such as ophthalmic laser surgery, laser neurosurgery, and photodynamic therapy, with chapters on equine, small mammal, avian, aquatic animal, and reptile surgeries
- Draws on the experience of more than 20 experts in various areas
- Provides practical advice for incorporating laser surgery into the veterinary practice, with the heart of the book devoted to specific surgical procedures
- Includes specific recommendations for laser settings and techniques for the procedures discussed
- Offers video clips demonstrating surgical techniques on a companion website

Laser Surgery in Veterinary Medicine is an essential resource for anyone using surgical lasers in veterinary medicine, including veterinary students, practitioners, and specialists.

CONTENTS:
Part I - The Science of Laser Surgery
1. Laser Physics and Equipment
2. Understanding and Utilizing Power Density
3. Laser-Tissue Interaction: Selecting a Laser for Surgery
4. The Ideal Laser Scalpel
5. Combining Laser Surgery with Laser Therapy (Photobiomodulation)
6. Laser Safety in the Operating Theater
Part II - Laser Surgery in Canines and Felines
7. Elective Laser Surgery Procedures
8. Oral Laser Surgery Procedures
9. Laser Surgery Procedures of the Nose and Throat
10. Laser Surgery Procedures of the Ear
11. Periorbital and Eyelid Laser Surgery Procedures
12. Ophthalmic Lasers for the Treatment of Glaucoma
13. Dermatologic Laser Surgery Procedures
14. Urogenital and Perianal Laser Surgery Procedures
15. Oncological Laser Surgery Procedures
16. Laser Photodynamic Therapy Procedures
17. Surgical Lasers in Minimally Invasive and Endoscopic Small Animal Procedures
18. Laser Neurosurgical Procedures
Part III - Laser Surgery in Equines
19. Equine Laser Surgery Procedures
Part IV - Laser Surgery in Exotics Species
20. Laser Surgery in Small Exotic Animals (Small Mammals, Reptiles, and Avians)
21. Laser Surgery in Aquatic Animals (Sea Turtles)
Part V - Integrating Surgical Lasers in Your Veterinary Practice
22. Tips and Tricks for Veterinary Laser Surgeons
23. Pain Management in Laser Surgery Procedures
24. Laser Surgery in the Mobile Practice
25. Economic Considerations for Laser Surgery
Part VI - The Future of Lasers in Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
26. The Future of Lasers in Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
Appendix A: Glossary
Appendix B: Certifying and Academic Laser Organizations
Appendix C: Tables of Laser Surgical Settings

Author:
Christopher J. Winkler, DVM, DABLS, VMLSO, is a general practice veterinarian and veterinary laser surgeon at Suffolk Veterinary Group Animal Wellness and Laser Surgery Center in Selden, New York, USA
Materias
ISBN
978-1-119-48601-5
EAN
9781119486015
Editor
John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.
Stock
NO
Idioma
Inglés
Nivel
Profesional
Formato
Encuadernado
Tapa Dura
Páginas
392
Largo
-
Ancho
-
Peso
-
Edición
Fecha de edición
06-06-2019
Año de edición
2019
Nº de ediciones
1
Colección
-
Nº de colección
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