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These illustrated guides taken from our manual series present practical techniques or treatments in an easy-to-follow step-by-step format, designed to help the practitioner perform a technique or treatment effectively and with confidence. There are over 100 QRGs across our manuals series and this page provides an A-Z listing of all the manual chapters that contain quick reference guides. You will need to purchase access to the source chapter to view the full text.
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Abdominal effusion
BSAVA Manual of Feline PracticeThe equilibrium of fluid within the body is determined by Starling’s principle, which states that hydrostatic pressure, oncotic pressure and blood vessel integrity determine the way in which fluids move within the body. An abdominal effusion develops when one or more of these three determinants is abnormal. This chapter looks at clinical presentation, diagnostic approach and treatment. Quick reference guide: Abdominocentesis.
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Abdominal pain and swelling
BSAVA Manual of Canine PracticePresentation of the dog with acute abdominal pain is common in veterinary practice. The general causes of abdominal pain include: distension of a hollow viscus or organ capsule; ischaemia; traction; and inflammation secondary to a variety of conditions. This chapter considers an approach to the acute abdomen, an approach to the swollen abdomen and surgical management. Quick Reference Guides: FAST scan; Abdominocentesis; Diagnostic peritoneal lavage.
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Abnormalities of eating and drinking
BSAVA Manual of Canine PracticeDogs presenting with polydipsia, polyuria, polyphagia or weight loss are seen relatively commonly in clinical practice. There are multiple causes for each of these problems, and it is important that the clinician formulates a complete list of differential diagnoses prior to undertaking diagnostic investigations. This chapter considers polydipsia and polyuria, polyphagia, inappetence and weight loss. Quick Reference Guide: Testing for hyperadrenocorticism: some important considerations.
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Alopecia
BSAVA Manual of Feline PracticeAlopecia is the complete absence of hair in an area where it is normally present. It is the most common reason for a dermatology consultation in the cat after pruritus. This chapter looks at history, clinical examination, diagnostic tests, differential diagnoses, treatment recommendations, when to refer and what to do if finances are limited. Quick reference guides: Wood’s lamp examination; Hair plucks; Skin biopsy.
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Anaemia
BSAVA Manual of Feline PracticeAnaemia is commonly seen in feline practice. Cats often tolerate anaemia remarkably well, especially when it is chronic, so clinical signs may not be apparent until anaemia is very severe. This chapter looks at clinical presentation, classification of anaemia, diagnostic approach and selected causes of feline anaemia. Quick reference guides: Making and examining a blood smear; Haematological assessment; Obtaining bone marrow samples.
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Anaesthesia
BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Surgery, Dentistry and ImagingRabbits may require sedation or anaesthesia for a variety of reasons. Neutering of male and female rabbits is now commonplace in general practice, as is dental treatment. This chapter details specific considerations for rabbit anaesthesia, and also includes an overview of sedative, anaesthetic and analgesic drugs which may be used in this species. Quick Reference Guides/Techniques: Placing a marginal ear vein cannula; Placing an ET tube with the assistance of a rigid endoscope; Placing an ET tube under direct visualization; Intubating a rabbit’s trachea using the ‘blind’ technique; Performing nasotracheal intubation; Placing a laryngeal mask airway (LMA) in a rabbit; Performing Doppler blood pressure measurement in a rabbit.
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Analgesia and postoperative care
BSAVA Manual of Rabbit Surgery, Dentistry and ImagingRabbits are often used as animal models for aspects of pain and anaesthesia, not only to provide good care for the laboratory rabbit, but also to increase understanding of the pharmacology for other species. This chapter considers analgesia, pain management in specific conditions/situations, postoperative care and hospitalization. Quick Reference Guide/Technique: Instilling food into the stomach prior to recovery from anaesthesia.
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Anorexia
BSAVA Manual of Feline PracticeAnorexia (loss of appetite for food) is a common presenting sign in feline practice. Cats are sensitive to environmental changes, and illness often manifest as a loss of appetite. This chapter discusses diagnostic approach and general considerations for management. Quick reference guides: Enteral assisted nutrition; Placement of a naso-oesophageal feeding tube; Placement of an oesophagostomy feeding tube.
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