Handbook of Small Animal Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia Techniques

Handbook of Small Animal Regional Anesthesia and Analgesia Techniques is a concise visual guide to the major techniques of regional anesthesia and analgesia for small animal practitioners. The authors provide straightforward advice and easy–to–implement strategies for those who want to incorporate regional anesthesia into their practice. The handbook features an accessible design with plenty of diagrams and photos and a convenient spiral–bound format that lays flat for use during procedures. In clear language, it introduces the relevant physics, physiology, and pharmacology for a variety of techniques, as well as possible side effects and complications. These techniques have been shown to be an important part of managing peri–operative pain. Comprehensive yet accessible, this guide equips small animal veterinarians with the knowledge and skills to implement basic regional anesthesia procedures successfully in order to improve patient care.