Nonhuman Primates in Biomedical Research, Volume 2, Diseases, 2nd Edition

Respiratory Diseases of Nonhuman Primates

A focused veterinary reference on respiratory system diseases affecting nonhuman primates, presented within the context of biomedical research and laboratory animal medicine. This chapter provides species-specific information on naturally occurring diseases, supported by scientific references, photographs, and illustrations.

Key Features

• Covers respiratory diseases of nonhuman primates
• Focuses on naturally occurring respiratory disorders
• Provides species-specific veterinary information
• Places respiratory disease within biomedical research
• Supports laboratory animal medicine and clinical care
• Reviews important disease conditions and clinical considerations
• Includes photographs and graphic illustrations
• Provides extensive bibliographic references
• Draws on current knowledge in nonhuman primate medicine
• Part of Nonhuman Primates in Biomedical Research
• Useful for laboratory animal veterinarians, researchers, and veterinary professionals
• Single-chapter excerpt from the larger Diseases volume