Respiratory Diseases of the Horse: A Problem-Oriented Approach to Diagnosis and Management

Equine Respiratory Diseases

A practical reference for diagnosing and managing respiratory disorders in horses using a problem-oriented approach. It covers respiratory anatomy, clinical examination, diagnostic procedures, differential diagnoses, treatment, and management of common presenting signs. The book is supported by color photographs, diagrams, and clinical algorithms for practitioners and students.

Key Features

• Focuses on equine respiratory diseases
• Uses a problem-oriented diagnostic approach
• Covers respiratory anatomy and function
• Explains clinical examination techniques
• Discusses diagnostic tests and procedures
• Covers coughing and nasal discharge
• Addresses increased breathing effort
• Examines abnormal respiratory noises
• Includes congenital respiratory abnormalities
• Provides differential diagnosis guidance
• Covers pathophysiology and clinical presentation
• Discusses treatment and disease management
• Includes color clinical photographs
• Uses diagrams and diagnostic algorithms