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Product Description Small Animal Diagnostic Ultrasound outlines the basic physical principles of ultrasound, as well as imaging artifacts and the use of ultrasonography, in a logical body-systems approach. This second edition is completely revised and up-to-date, detailing current developments in ultrasonography. Two completely new chapters on thoracic and musculoskeletal ultrasound, as well as revised coverage of cardiology, CT/MR, and the reproductive system make this edition even more useful and clinically relevant. Full-color illustrations and color Doppler images of abdominal organs enhance and clarify discussions in the text. Latest techniques in ultrasound are included. Outstanding chapter on cardiology ultrasound More emphasis on the dog and cat. Firm understanding of physical principles of ultrasound, instrumentation, and recognition of artifacts Organised by organ system for easy access to information Two completely new chapters: Non-cardiac Thoracic Ultrasonography and Musculoskeletal Ultrasonography, will better equip the practitioner to diagnose conditions in these areas. Cardiology chapter will begin at a more basic level enabling the reader to make a more accurate diagnosis. CT/MR Sections illustrating normal anatomy, intraoperative ultrasound, etc. are incorporated within each existing chapter. These modalities are used more frequently by practitioners. They are better diagnostic tools for the liver, pancreas and gastrointestinal tract. The genital chapter will now be entitled Reproductive, and the adrenal glands will be removed from the urinary tract, and become a new stand-alone chapter. New four-colour figures enhance the abdomen chapter. About the Author Thomas G. Nyland, DVM, Professor, School of Veterinary Medicine, Department of Surgery and Radiological Science, University of California at Davis, Davis, CA; and John S. Mattoon, DVM, Assistant Professor, Head of Radiology Section, Ohio State University, College of Veterinary Medicine, Columbus, OH