EQUINE PEDIATRIC MEDICINE

Equine Pediatric Medicine, 2nd Edition

Author/Editor: William V. Bernard and Bonnie S. Barr

Publication Year: 2018

Overview

Equine Pediatric Medicine, 2nd Edition is an authoritative, comprehensive clinical guide dedicated to the healthcare, intensive care, and disease management of foals from birth through weaning. Edited by prominent equine internal medicine specialists William V. Bernard and Bonnie S. Barr, this thoroughly updated second edition synthesizes advanced neonatal physiology with practical critical care protocols. It serves as an essential manual for equine practitioners, neonatal intensive care clinicians, and veterinary students striving for excellence in foal health.

Key Topics Covered
Neonatal Adaptation & Examination: Systematic approaches to assessing normal transition at birth, physical examinations, and recognizing early signs of distress in foals.
Critical Care & Emergency Management: Advanced stabilization, fluid therapy, respiratory support, and sepsis protocols for critically ill foals.
Infectious Diseases & Immunology: Comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic guidelines for managing failure of passive transfer, viral, and bacterial infections.
Systemic Disorders & Neonatal Surgery: Specialized management of gastrointestinal, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, and developmental abnormalities in young equines.