Description
Book SynopsisDecision Making in Small Animal Oncology is a practical manual for the increasing number of veterinarians called upon to treat patients with cancer. This case-based quick reference leads practitioners through diagnosis, treatment, and management decisions, offering reliable guidance for more effective management of cancer care.
Trade Review"It is quite common that general practitioners want to find basic information quickly and, for this purpose, this is the book to have." (Veterinary Times, 25 July 2011)
"This detailed account of cancer in small animals presents volumes of information.... includes an overview of cancer biology and covers diagnostic tests for cancer, treatment options, an dinformation on the majority of specific cancer types that are of concern in cats and dogs. The detail in almost every area is impressive and complete. The authors also nicely balance recommendations for what can and cannot be reasonably performed in a general practice setting. The very specific guidance presented in flow charts for making decisions about the cancers can be helpful, and is not found in other standard oncology texts." - Doody's Reviews, February 2009
"Will help those who are not board-certified in veterinary oncology to find the information they need in a quick and easy manner. There are... well-written practical sections on subjects such as how to safely administer chemotherapy and the importance of nutritional support. In general, it is a book that allows for rapid access to some basic knowledge about cancer treatment in animals, with... an emphasis on diagnostics and setting up a plan. This is a useful, reasonably priced textbook for someone with little knowledge of veterinary oncology who desires a quick and easy guide to the many tumors of dogs and cats." - Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association, June 2009
Table of ContentsContributors ix
Forward xi
1 Introduction: Cancer Biology and Terminology 3
2 Paraneoplastic Syndromes 19
3 Clinical Approach to the Cancer Patient 45
4 Biopsy, Tissue Handling and Interpretation 51
5 Cancer Treatment Modalities 69
6 Tumours of the Skin and Subcutis 129 45
7 Mast Cell Tumours 147
8 Canine and Feline Histiocytic Disorders 161
9 Canine Lymphoma and Leukaemia 171
10 Feline Lymphoma and Leukemia 197
11 Splenic Tumours 211
12 Gastrointestinal Tumours 217
13 Tumours of the Respiratory System 239
14 Endocrine Tumours 283
15 Tumours of the urinary system 303
16 Tumours of the Reproductive Tract 315
17 Canine and Feline Mammary Tumours 327
18 Tumours of the Musculoskeletal System 337
19 Tumours of the Brain, Spinal Cord, Peripheral Nerves and Special Senses 355
20 Miscellaneous Tumours 369
Index 373
