Small Animal Surgery, 5th Edition

Author / Editor: Theresa Welch Fossum

Overview:

Considered the definitive gold-standard clinical reference in veterinary surgery, Small Animal Surgery, 5th Edition delivers an exhaustive, full-color guide covering everything veterinary practitioners and students need to master in soft tissue and orthopedic procedures. From routine interventions like spays and castrations to advanced operative interventions such as craniotomy, ventral slots, and lung lobectomy, this updated edition integrates the latest surgical innovations, regenerative medicine, minimally invasive procedures, and perioperative care protocols.

Key Topics Covered:

• Comprehensive Surgical Procedures: Step-by-step illustrated workflows for both fundamental surgeries (spays, castrations) and complex operations (lung lobectomy, craniotomy, orthopedic, and soft tissue reconstructions).

• Anesthesia & Patient Management: Dedicated anesthesia protocols and tailored guidelines designed specifically for patients with pre-existing systemic disorders.

• Cutting-Edge Diagnostic Imaging: Detailed clinical guidance on evaluating areas of surgical concern using modern radiography, digital imaging, CT, and MRI modalities.

• Minimally Invasive & Emerging Therapies: Expert clinical insights covering neurology, minimally invasive techniques, and modern regenerative medicine.

• Practical Clinical Tools: High-yield Clinical Tips boxes for fast operative guidance, accompanied by practical postsurgical care instructions and client aftercare handouts