Practical Canine and Feline Oncology

Detailní popis produktu

Organized into three logical sections, the book begins with the fundamentals of veterinary oncology before moving on to practical therapeutic approaches and detailed management of the most common canine and feline tumors. Throughout the text, readers will find step-by-step recommendations, diagnostic algorithms, treatment planning strategies, and evidence-based clinical advice for managing oncology patients from diagnosis through follow-up care.

The book covers topics including:

• Principles of veterinary oncology
• Cancer prevention in dogs and cats
• Tumor biology and oncogenesis
• Paraneoplastic syndromes
• Practical diagnostic techniques
• Cancer staging
• Cytology and biopsy
• Diagnostic imaging
• Surgical oncology
• Chemotherapy
• Radiation therapy
• Immunotherapy
• Targeted therapies
• Pain management
• Nutritional support for oncology patients
• Management of chemotherapy side effects
• Client communication
• Quality-of-life assessment
• Palliative care
• Canine mast cell tumors
• Lymphoma
• Osteosarcoma
• Hemangiosarcoma
• Soft tissue sarcomas
• Mammary tumors
• Oral tumors
• Histiocytic sarcoma
• Feline injection-site sarcoma
• Feline mammary carcinoma
• Common feline and canine malignancies
• Long-term monitoring and follow-up care

The book focuses on practical treatment strategies that can be implemented in first-opinion practice while also helping clinicians recognize when referral to a veterinary oncologist is appropriate. It combines current evidence with real-world clinical experience, making it an excellent reference for veterinarians managing cancer patients on a daily basis.

Who is this book for?

• Small animal veterinarians
• General practice veterinarians
• Veterinary oncologists
• Veterinary interns and residents
• Veterinary students
• Veterinary technicians and nurses involved in oncology care