Mader's Reptile and Amphibian Medicine and Surgery 3rd Edition

The Definitive Guide to Herpetological Medicine and Surgery, 3rd Edition

Known as "the bible" of herpetological medicine and surgery, this book is a complete veterinary reference for reptiles and amphibians. Selected as a Doody’s Core Title® for 2024, this well-organized and concise new edition covers just about everything related to reptiles and amphibians by utilizing an international array of contributing authors, bringing a truly global perspective to this essential text.

Key Features

• Comprehensive Coverage: It provides specific sections on practice management and development, taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, behavior, stress and welfare, captive husbandry and management, infectious diseases and laboratory sciences, and clinical techniques and procedures.
• Extensive Biology: The extensive biology of a wide variety of species is covered, including snakes, lizards, turtles, crocodiles, tuatara, and amphibians, providing an understanding of the unique anatomy and physiology of these species.
• Imaging and Diagnostics: Completely revised chapters cover radiography, ultrasonography, CT, MRI, scintigraphy, diagnostic endoscopy, and endosurgery. It also has a dedicated section on infectious diseases and laboratory diagnostics.
• Expanded Sections: The greatly expanded medicine section details all major areas including urology, hepatology, cardiology, dermatology, and oncology. The surgery section is completely revised and expanded to include the eye, ear, rhinarium, oral cavity, and orthopedics.
• Updated Legislation: It includes updated legislation with new chapters on forensics and jurisprudence, expert testimony, and court appearances.
• International Expertise: Highly knowledgeable, well-respected, recognized specialists add a global view of the subject matter.
• Therapy: An expanded and updated therapy section on antimicrobials, anti-virals, and anti-inflammatories, including new chapters on psychopharmacology, oncologic therapies, photobiomodulation, wound management, and rehabilitation.