Equine Dermatology

This new, comprehensive text covers skin diseases of the horse from essential basics to practical diagnostic methods, therapy, and specific abnormalities and defects. Well illustrated and expertly written by two of the leaders in equine dermatology, this focused presentation discusses all aspects of bacterial, allergic, and environmental skin disease. Relevant topics in a clinically useful format make this an ideal resource for all veterinarians, in addition to anyone specializing in equine medicine. Hundreds of clear, high-quality photographs and illustrations, including 72 color illustrations, demonstrate dermatoses. Thorough and extensive text beginning with structure and function of the skin, diagnostic methods and specific diseasesMaterial is extremely well organized for easy access to specific topics. Tables in each chapter provide quick reference to important facts and details. Each chapter follows the same logical format, making information on any topic easy to locate: history, diagnosis, treatment, and client education. Drs. Scott and Miller are prominent equine dermatology experts writing from their own clinical experience and research. An extensive list of references at the end of each chapter directs the reader to further sources of information. All equine skin diseases are discussed in one source, for an essential compilation of clinically relevant material. All dermatoses are thoroughly discussed, covering etiology, pathogenesis, clinical findings, diagnosis, and treatment Current, comprehensive coverage includes every known equine dermatosis.An emphasis on differential diagnosis includes key differentials and breed predilections for each disease, especially helpful when you have only a specimen and an incomplete history to work with.A consistent format makes it easy to locate information on each skin disorder, including a clinical description, its cause and pathogenesis, clinical features, clinical management, diagnosis, treatment, and any zoonotic aspects.Expert authors Danny W. Scott, DVM, and William H. Miller, Jr., VMD, offer years of knowledge, experience, and their vast image collections.Diagnostic tables in each chapter provide a quick reference for identifying lesions and disorders.An extensive list of references at the end of each chapter includes recommendations for further reading. New coverage of dermatologic conditions includes the latest topics and emerging disorders such as chronic progressive lymphedema, herpesvirus-2-associated dermatitis, salmonella-associated dermatoses, and nodular auricular chondropathy.Updated "Diagnostic Methods" chapter covers multiple methods of developing a differential diagnosis list based on breed, lesion type, patterns, and location.A focus on common clinical problems highlights the conditions most likely to be seen in practice. Almost 1,000 full-color photos of skin disorders make it easy to distinguish clinical characteristics and variations of normal and abnormal for accurate diagnosis and therapy. 1......Page 1 1_1......Page 2 1_58......Page 7 59_162......Page 65 163_205......Page 169 206_260......Page 212 261_320......Page 267 321_375......Page 327 376_394......Page 382 395_474......Page 401 475_547......Page 481 548_570......Page 554 571_586......Page 577 587_599......Page 593 600_627......Page 606 628_646......Page 634 647_697......Page 653 698_795......Page 704 797_823......Page 802 "This comprehensive resource covers skin diseases of the horse from essential basics to practical diagnostic methods, therapies, and specific abnormalities and defects. Well illustrated and expertly written, the focused presentation discusses all aspects of bacterial, allergic, and environmental skin disease."--BOOK JACKET