John Wiley & Sons Inc Colic Surgery in the Horse

Colic Surgery in the Horse is a state-of-the-art reference for the equine surgeon, presenting detailed descriptions of surgical treatments for colic in horses. With thorough coverage of this complicated topic, the book draws on David Freeman's 40 years of experience to offer step-by-step procedures for abdominal surgeries in the equine patient. Well illustrated throughout, the book offers highly detailed descriptions of surgical techniques used in horses with colic. The primary focus of the book is on supplying specific information on performing surgery, with additional chapters offering background on diseases causing colic, decision making, preoperative considerations, postoperative treatment, and other related topics. Colic Surgery in the Horse is a readable, essential resource for any veterinarian performing colic surgery in equine patients.