Pathology of Pet and Aviary Birds 3rd Edition

Pathology of Pet and Aviary Birds, 3rd Edition: Your Complete Avian Reference

This book delivers a comprehensive reference to gross and microscopic lesions found in birds and the clinical implications of these diseases. This revised third edition includes improved coverage of normal anatomy and advanced diagnostic techniques. It is an essential resource for veterinary pathologists and residents, avian practitioners, and veterinary students interested in the diseases and pathology of wild birds and those in avicultural collections.

Key Features

• Extensive Visuals: The authors offer an extensive collection of more than 1,200 high-quality, full-color images that are annotated to bolster the text and benefit the reader.
• Advanced Diagnostics: Includes improved coverage of normal anatomy and advanced diagnostic techniques, such as special stains, immunohistochemistry, in situ hybridization, and molecular diagnostics.
• New Chapters: New chapters cover the postmortem examination; gross and microscopic anatomy; advanced diagnostics; and cytology.
• Systematic Coverage: Chapters are intuitively organized by body system and address diseases of the liver, urinary system, reproductive system, cardiovascular system, nervous system, alimentary system, integument, and special senses.
• Species-Specific Detail: Specific chapters address diseases of passerines, Columbidae, and raptors.
• Quick Reference Tables: The book provides comprehensive tables of infectious diseases and published avian primers and IHC markers.
• Cytology Introduction: Offers a thorough introduction to the preparation and interpretation of cytological samples.