Small Animal Thoracic Surgery

Publication Year: 2018

Author / Editor: E. Christopher Orton and Eric Monnet

Overview: This comprehensive veterinary textbook provides detailed guidance on surgical techniques, clinical decision-making, and perioperative care for small animal thoracic surgery. It covers foundational cardiopulmonary principles alongside advanced procedures ranging from general thoracic and cardiac interventions to minimally invasive techniques.

Key Topics Covered:

General principles of cardiopulmonary function, monitoring, and supportive care
Thoracic approaches including thoracotomy, sternotomy, and minimally invasive surgery
General thoracic surgery procedures addressing the esophagus, trachea, lungs, and diaphragm
Comprehensive cardiac surgery strategies covering congenital defects, valve disorders, and pericardial disease