Reconstructive Surgery and Wound Management of the Dog and Cat

“THIS could be described as the ‘recipe book’ of wound management for the small animal practitioner. … In summary, this is an excellent addition to the library of the general practitioner. The chapter on wound management is particularly useful, as it provides both a comprehensive review and a ‘recipe’ for managing wounds that can be varied according to need.”
―Ross Doust, in Veterinary Record, February 14, 2015

“With the help of this beautifully illustrated book, you should feel more confident about an aesthetically acceptable outcome. … You might also find the before and after photos very useful when it comes to explaining the procedure to the owner.”
―Vets Today

In this book the authors describe and illustrate step by step all currently available procedures for reconstructive surgical techniques in dogs and cats with skin defects caused by injury or tumour resection. The reader is given the widest possible range of treatment options for dealing with individual cases.

After describing a new protocol for wound management in companion animals, and general, avascular and microvascular reconstructive techniques, the authors deal with specific techniques region by region: head and eyelids, neck and trunk, forelimb and hind limb.

Reconstructive Surgery and Wound Management of the Dog and Cat is an accessible overview and a source of practical help to improve treatment. The book incorporates concise text, precise instructions and a wealth of top-quality color images. It is of value to veterinary practitioners and students alike.

Key features

• Covers all current techniques
• Helps deal with individual cases
• Step-by-step guide: concise instructions and sequences of top quality color photos