[(Endocrinology for the Small Animal Practitioner)] [Author: David Panciera] published on (January, 2005)

''A practical guide to the diagnosis, treatment and long term care of dogs and cats with endocrine disease. Includes physical examination laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging, all approved drugs and management of complications.''--Publisher's website. MuPDF error: syntax error: invalid key in dict MuPDF error: syntax error: invalid key in dict MuPDF error: syntax error: invalid key in dict MuPDF error: syntax error: invalid key in dict MuPDF error: syntax error: invalid key in dict MuPDF error: syntax error: invalid key in dict MuPDF error: syntax error: invalid key in dict MuPDF error: syntax error: invalid key in dict MuPDF error: syntax error: invalid key in dict Front Cover 1 Dedication 5 Preface 7 Table of Contents 8 Problem Index 15 Section 1: Polydipsia and Polyuria 19 Section 2: Disorders of Growth Hormone 33 Section 3: Hypothyroidism 43 Section 4: Hyperthyroidism 57 Section 5: Hyperadrenocorticism 71 Section 6: Hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s Disease) 105 Section 7: Hyperaldosteronism 117 Section 8: Pheochromocytoma 123 Section 9: Diabetes Mellitus 127 Section 10: Diabetic Ketoacidosis 149 Section 11: Hypoglycemia 159 Section 12: Hypercalcemia 169 Section 13: Hypocalcemia 181 Appendix 1: Questionnaire for Patients with Diabetes 188 Appendix 2: Endocrine Drugs 189 Appendix 3: Conversion Formulas for SI Units for Common Hormones 192 Appendix 4: Endocrine Testing Laboratories 193 Recommended Readings 194 A quick reference meant to provide the core clinical information needed for effective diagnosis and management of endocrine disorders in the dog and cat. This title deals specifically with endocrine problems that can be managed by the general practitioner, making it ideal for daily clinical use. Consistent organization provides clear guidelines for diagnosis of suspected diseases based on clinical signs, routine and special laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging. The book provides an easy to use formulary of commonly used drugs and discusses management complications that may arise during treatment. It also includes protocols for managing and treatment complications and patient monitoring. Published by Teton New Media in the USA and distributed by Manson Publishing outside of North America. Content: 1. Polydipsia and polyuria -- 2. Disorders of growth hormone -- 3. Hypothyroidism -- 4. Hyperthyroidism -- 5. Hyperadrenocorticism -- 6. Hypoadrenocorticism -- 7. Hyperaldosteronism -- 8. Pheochromocytoma -- 9. Diabetes mellitus -- 10. Diabetic ketoacidosis -- 11. Hypoglycemia -- 12. Hypercalcemia -- 13. Hypocalcemia -- Appendices -- Index -- Recommended readings. Abstract: Provides the core clinical information needed for effective diagnosis and management of endocrine disorders in the dog and cat. This title provides guidelines for diagnosis of suspected diseases based on clinical signs, routine and special laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging. Read more... "A practical guide to the diagnosis, treatment and long term care of dogs and cats with endocrine disease. Includes physical examination laboratory testing, diagnostic imaging, all approved drugs and management of complications."-- Publisher's website