Point-of-Care Ultrasound Techniques for the Small Animal Practitioner 2nd Edition

Your Definitive Guide to Point-of-Care Ultrasound, 2nd Edition

This book is a thorough revision and update to the first landmark book that presented a standardized approach to focused point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) exams. The second edition continues to be a state-of-the-art reference for using abbreviated ultrasound exams in clinical practice, incorporating new applications and covering additional species.

Key Features

• Standardized Approach: Presents a standardized approach to POCUS as an extension of the physical exam, including trauma, non-trauma, and monitoring applications.
• New Techniques: Includes coverage of new techniques for focused ultrasound exams, such as ultrasound-guided nerve blocks, musculoskeletal, brain imaging, and rapid assessment for treatable forms of shock.
• Expanded Species Coverage: Adds cats, exotic and wildlife mammals, and marine mammals to the existing canine coverage.
• Integration for Patient Care: Emphasizes the integration of POCUS techniques for optimizing patient care and accurate patient assessment.
• Companion Website: Offers access to a companion website with supplementary video clips of clinically relevant POCUS techniques.
• Broad Audience: An essential resource for a wide range of veterinary professionals, from general practitioners to specialists, and veterinary students.