The Equine Hospital Manual

The Equine Hospital Manual

This comprehensive veterinary reference covers hospital care for adult horses and foals, from routine procedures to advanced medical techniques. Edited by Kevin Corley and Jennifer Stephen, it combines practical guidance from international equine specialists with evidence-based information, detailed illustrations, and references to support effective treatment and patient management.

Key Features:

• Covers essential equine hospital procedures and clinical skills.
• Explains physical examination, blood collection, and bandaging.
• Describes advanced techniques, including mechanical ventilation and lung biopsy.
• Provides guidance on designing and managing equine hospitals.
• Explains biosecurity practices to reduce infection risks.
• Summarizes therapeutic drugs and their use in horses.
• Covers nutritional support, including total and partial parenteral nutrition.
• Explains fluid therapy, fluid selection, and potential complications.
• Discusses anaesthesia, equipment, techniques, and postoperative pain management.
• Includes photographs, line drawings, and evidence-based references for veterinary professionals.