Full Description
Focusing on cancer in small animals, this updated 3rd edition comprehensively covers the latest material in clinical oncology, including chemotherapy, surgical oncology, and cytologic techniques in cancer. Its user-friendly style makes it an excellent reference for both veterinary practitioners and those involved in academic research. Timely new information that is relevant in day-to-day practice is emphasized. Numerous new contributing authors ensure the text is up to date and that it contains today's most important information on cancer in the small animal.
Contents
Why worry about cancer in pets? The pathology of neoplasia Tumor biology and metastasis Paraneoplastic syndromes Diagnostic cytology in clinical oncology Biopsy principles Surgical oncology Alternative treatments for solid tumors Chemotherapy Radiation therapy Immunology and biologic therapy of cancer Metabolic alterations and nutritional therapy Alternative and complementary medicine and cancer Complications of cancer and its treatment Tumors of the skin and subcutaneous tissues Mast cell tumors Soft tissue sarcomas Tumors of the gastrointestinal system Tumors of the respiratory system Tumors of the skeletal system Tumors of the endocrine system Tumors of the female reproductive system Tumors of the mammary gland Tumors of the male reproductive system Tumors of the urinary system Tumors of the nervous system Ocular tumors Hematopoietic tumors Miscellaneous tumors Companion animal death and pet owner grief
