Advances in the Canine Cranial Cruciate Ligament (AVS Advances in Veterinary Surgery) 2nd Edition

A Comprehensive Guide to Small Animal Total Joint Replacement This book provides an up-to-date, comprehensive, and evidence-based examination of total joint replacement in veterinary surgery. It presents a multi-system examination of the current state of hip, knee, and elbow replacement in dogs and cats, including information on biomechanics and biomaterials not found in other sources. Key Features Evidence-Based: The book presents an evidence-based, multi-system examination of the current state of joint replacement in dogs and cats. Comprehensive Coverage: Focusing on replacement of the hip, knee, and elbow, the book also covers disc, shoulder, carpus, and tarsus replacement, as well as information on the development of custom prostheses. Clinical Guidance: It offers guidance on the history, indications, contraindications, clinical procedures, and a review of the current literature for these surgical techniques. Potential Complications: Each section incorporates information on potential complications and outcomes assessment. Expert Authorship: Written by an international group of experts, this book is an unparalleled repository of information for veterinary surgeons, residents, and practitioners.