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Equine neurology has become a central part of everyday equine practice. In this practical and comprehensive clinical reference, clinicians will find the up-to-date resources needed to effectively and confidently recognize, diagnose and treat neurologic diseases and disorders in equine patients.At the heart of the book are practical features, such as diagnostic algorithms, charts and tables, designed to aid in the clinical examination of the nervous system, differential diagnosis, and appropriate methods of treatment. Detailed information on individual diseases and disorders is provided, including etiology, epidemiology, diagnostic methods, treatment, prognosis and prevention. A practical review of the basic anatomy and physiology of the nervous system also provides the essential framework for understanding and treating equine neurological problems.
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Edited by Martin Furr and Stephen Reed
Interest in and recognition of equine neurologic disease have advanced in recent years to the point that it is a common part of clinical practice. In this practical and comprehensive clinical reference, clinicians will find the up-to-date resources needed to effectively and confidently recognize, diagnose, and treat neurologic diseases and disorders in equine patients. The editors and authors have used their collective experience to produce a volume that integrates the necessary fundamental concepts into a clinical approach to the numerous afflictions of the nervous system of the horse. • Organized into three complementary sections mirroring the problembased approach necessary to treat disease • A working tool and reference for clinicians, veterinary students, residents, and specialty clinicians • Heavily referenced throughout allowing for further in-depth study Martin Furr, DVM, PhD, Diplomate ACVIM, is Adelaide Riggs Chair of Internal Medicine, Chief of Medicine, and Professor of Medicine at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medicine Center, Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, Virginia Tech, USA.
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Neurology Edited by Martin Furr and Stephen Reed
Furr, Reed
Stephen Reed, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM, is former Professor and Head of Equine Medicine and Surgery at The Ohio State University College of Veterinary Medicine, USA. He is currently affiliated with Rood and Riddle Equine Hospital, Lexington, KY, USA.
Equine Neurology
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Edited by Martin Furr and Stephen Reed
Interest in and recognition of equine neurologic disease have advanced in recent years to the point that it is a common part of clinical practice. In this practical and comprehensive clinical reference, clinicians will find the up-to-date resources needed to effectively and confidently recognize, diagnose, and treat neurologic diseases and disorders in equine patients. The editors and authors have used their collective experience to produce a volume that integrates the necessary fundamental concepts into a clinical approach to the numerous afflictions of the nervous system of the horse. • Organized into three complementary sections mirroring the problembased approach necessary to treat disease • A working tool and reference for clinicians, veterinary students, residents, and specialty clinicians • Heavily referenced throughout allowing for further in-depth study Martin Furr, DVM, PhD, Diplomate ACVIM, is Adelaide Riggs Chair of Internal Medicine, Chief of Medicine, and Professor of Medicine at the Marion duPont Scott Equine Medicine Center, Virginia-Maryland Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, Virginia Tech, USA.
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Neurology Edited by Martin Furr and Stephen Reed
Furr, Reed
Stephen Reed, DVM, Diplomate ACVIM, is former Professor and Head of