Small Animal Laparoscopy and Thoracoscopy (AVS Advances in Veterinary Surgery) 2nd Edition

Your Definitive Guide to Small Animal Laparoscopy and Thoracoscopy, 2nd Edition

This book is a rigorous update of the first to provide comprehensive and current information about minimally invasive surgery in dogs and cats. With a focus on techniques in rigid endoscopy, this newly revised second edition is an essential reference for veterinary surgeons, specialists, and general practitioners.

Key Features

• Step-by-Step Instructions: The authors include detailed stepwise instructions for each procedure, including clinical photographs.
• Pre- and Post-Operative Care: Pre-operative considerations, patient positioning, portal placement, and postoperative care are also discussed, with key points outlined for each surgery.
• Suturing and Knot Tying: It includes an introduction to laparoscopic suturing and knot tying, with accompanying video tutorials.
• Equipment: A thorough introduction to the equipment used in veterinary surgeries, including imaging equipment, surgical instrumentation, energy devices, and stapling equipment.
• Updated Content: The book describes newly developed surgical techniques, while existing chapters have been thoroughly updated.
• Companion Website: Purchasers of the book will also receive access to a companion website featuring video clips of the fundamental skills and surgical techniques described in the resource.
• Broad Audience: An essential reference for veterinary surgeons, veterinary internal medicine specialists and residents, and small animal general practitioners.