Avian Surgical Anatomy And Orthopedic Management, 2nd Edition

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A Comprehensive Guide to Avian Surgical Anatomy This book is a new edition of a foundational guide for those performing orthopedic surgery on birds. It recaptures the musculoskeletal anatomy of the original work and expands the scope to include comprehensive coverage for the clinical management of common fractures of the long bones of birds. The procedures described have been honed over two decades by clinicians at a renowned center, making this a definitive guide for avian care. Key Features Comprehensive Coverage : It provides a comprehensive discussion of orthopedic conditions and clinical management that represents best treatment options and current practices. Expanded Scope : The scope of the book is expanded to include comprehensive coverage for the clinical management of common fractures of the long bones of birds, primarily raptors. Detailed Anatomy : It includes details of the vascular anatomy of the limbs , obtained by high-resolution digital computed tomography imaging of the appendicular skeleton of several diverse bird species. Visual Learning : These images provide a unique comparative aspect that clinicians will find useful in conducting surgical procedures. Broad Species Coverage : Although it is impractical to represent every species, birds commonly encountered in private practice and rehabilitation medicine, including poultry, pigeons, parrots , and birds of prey , were chosen for this book. Instructional Focus : This new information is intended to help the reader better understand skeletal and vascular anatomy, and thus improve interpretation, reporting of findings, treatment , and teaching .

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