Veterinary Necropsy Guide, Second Edition

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The book provides a logical, organ-system approach to necropsy, explaining not only how to perform each examination but also why particular techniques and sampling methods are important. Detailed descriptions of dissection procedures are combined with guidance on comparative anatomy, species-specific modifications, and appropriate tissue collection for ancillary diagnostic testing. The emphasis is on obtaining high-quality diagnostic information while maintaining consistency and accuracy throughout the examination.

The book covers topics including:

• Introduction to veterinary necropsy
• Indications for performing a necropsy
• Safety and biosecurity
• Necropsy terminology
• Required equipment and instruments
• Carcass handling
• External examination
• Systematic postmortem examination
• Comparative anatomy
• Species-specific necropsy techniques
• Canine necropsy
• Feline necropsy
• Small mammal necropsy
• Equine necropsy
• Bovine necropsy
• Ovine necropsy
• Caprine necropsy
• Porcine necropsy
• Alpaca and llama necropsy
• Exotic animal necropsy
• Non-mammalian necropsies
• Organ-by-organ dissection techniques
• Tissue collection for histopathology
• Sample collection for microbiology
• Sample collection for toxicology
• Ancillary diagnostic testing
• Histopathology
• Special necropsy procedures
• Interpretation of postmortem findings
• Diagnostic limitations
• Reporting necropsy findings

Each organ system is presented in a structured format, describing dissection methods, normal anatomical findings, common lesions, and recommended tissue sampling. Additional chapters discuss special necropsy situations, ancillary laboratory testing, and modifications required for different animal species, allowing readers to adapt techniques confidently in everyday practice.

Who is this book for?

• Veterinary students
• Veterinary pathologists
• Anatomic pathology residents
• Diagnostic laboratory veterinarians
• Shelter veterinarians
• Food animal veterinarians
• Equine veterinarians
• General practitioners who perform necropsies