Avian Medicine

A guide to the diagnosis and management of avian disorders. It addresses issues ranging from the basic aspects of patient management to the most sophisticated diagnostic techniques; aiming to teach the general clinician how to approach birds. It discusses a range of avian species in detail, including psittacines, raptors, and bustards.

The second edition of Avian Medicine, continues as a practical, comprehensive full-colour illustrative guide to the diagnosis and management of avian disorders. With the participation of some of the world's leading authorities in avian medicine, the book addresses issues ranging from the basic aspects of patient management to the most sophisticated diagnostic techniques; aiming to teach the general clinician how to approach all birds. A wide range of avian species are discussed in detail, including psittacines, raptors, bustards and many more. Completely revised, the second edition contains extended and new chapter sections - with a wealth of new illustrations! - including cytology and behavioural osteodystrophy, fluoroscopy and advanced imaging techniques. With numerous practical guidelines on the medical management of the patient or flock and many useful tips on clinical laboratory diagnosis and suggested treatments, Avian Medicine contains valuable practical advice on all aspects of veterinary care of avian species. Avian Medicine combines the practicality of a hands-on manual with the wealth of information of a textbook and the highly illustrated format of an atlas, and will be of great use to general veterinary practitioners and avian specialists alike. Fully comprehensive coverage of all aspects of clinical management written by leading experts in the fieldWide variety of species covered - not just psittacines, but also raptors, bustards and many othersBulleted text and tables help present information in an accessible wayFull color throughout with over 900 illustrationsMedical conditions and surgical procedures reviewed in detailExcellent Appendices bring together wide-ranging data on hematology and blood chemistry reference values, sex-linked bodyweights, incubation periods, commonly used pharmaceutics and other information relevant to avian practitionersThoroughly updated text with new chapter sections and revised references and reading listsRevision of all artwork with the addition of over 30 new line drawingsOver 400 new photographs (over 300 in full color)Coverage of new developments in avian medicine, including taxonomical changes due to new DNA studiesInclusion of new surgical techniques