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BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Wound Management and Reconstruction, 2nd edition
Edited by: John Williams and Alison Moores
This fully updated edition places emphasis on practical decision-making, underpinned by an understanding of the biological wound healing process. Chapters have been expanded to take account of recent developments in wound care and in surgery.
- Practical decision-making
- Advanced flaps, grafts and microsurgery
- Step-by-step Operative Techniques
- Case examples
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Contents
The biology of wound healing; Wound aetiology and classification; Decision-making in wound closure; Management of open wounds; Surgical drains in wound management and reconstructive surgery; Tension-relieving techniques and local skin flaps; Axial pattern flaps; Free skin grafting; Pedicled muscle flaps; Microsurgery; Special considerations in wound mangement; Complications of wound healing; Index.
Contributors
Davina Anderson, UK; Stephen J. Baines, UK; David Fowler, Canada; Ed Friend, UK; Giselle Hosgood, USA; Jane Ladlow, UK; Philipp D. Mayhew, USA; Alison Moores, UK; Jacqui D. Niles, USA; Juliet Pope, UK; Richard A.S. White, UK; John Williams, UK.
What they say
“…very easy to read and manages to concentrate on the practical aspects of wound management and reconstruction without compromising understanding of wound biology and other important factors such as full patient assessment. I have no hesitation in recommending this new BSAVA manual to any veterinary surgeon that frequently deals with the challenges and frustrations of wound management...” Journal of Feline Medicine and Surgery
“…the clear layout and illustrations make it invaluable...may also be useful as a text for veterinary students and vets pursuing further study and qualifications...a useful addition to the practice shelf...” Veterinary Record
“…many tables that summarise the current knowledge together with nice drawings and many good tips and useful information will be found in its pages...” European Journal of Companion Animal Practice
- Member price £49
- Price to non-members £75
