Fertility and Obstetrics in the Horse, Third Edition [#443470]

Fertility and Obstetrics in the Horse, Third Edition By
2005 | 282 Pages | ISBN: 1405120959 | PDF | 4 MB
Following on from the successful format of the previous editions, Fertility and Obstetrics in the Horse 3e is a practical and user-friendly guide to equine reproduction. From explaining the anatomy of the mare's reproductive tract to detailing problems encountered during pregnancy, it covers all the major areas of concern as well as including the latest developments in diagnostic procedures and treatment techniques.Fully updated to take into account new developments and research;An ideal rapid reference for veterinary practitioners and veterinary students, as well as a crucial source of information and advice for those in the breeding business;New material includes expanded sections on the stallion endometritis and embryo transfer technologies, alternative methods of fertilization and insemination techniques.Content: Chapter 1 Anatomy of the Mare's Reproductive Tract (pages 1-9): Chapter 2 Endocrinology of the Oestrous Cycle and Puberty (pages 10-19): Chapter 3 Clinical Examination of the Mare's Reproductive Tract (pages 20-29): Chapter 4 Cyclical Changes in the Mare's Reproductive Tract (pages 30-42): Chapter 5 Manipulation of Cyclical Activity (pages 43-51): Chapter 6 The Optimum Time for Breeding and the Mating Procedure (pages 52-59): Chapter 7 Normal Pregnancy (pages 60-71): Chapter 8 Pregnancy Diagnosis (pages 72-84): Chapter 9 Normal Parturition (pages 85-94): Chapter 10 Post?Partum Events (pages 95-98): Chapter 11 Normal Expectations of Fertility (pages 99-102): Chapter 12 Non?Infectious Infertility in Mares (pages 103-115): Chapter 13 Infectious Infertility (pages 116-127): Chapter 14 Swabbing and Biopsy Techniques and Diagnosis of Endometritis (pages 128-137): Chapter 15 Treatment and Prevention of Endometritis (pages 138-150): Chapter 16 Viral Causes of Infertility (pages 151-152): Chapter 17 Problems During Pregnancy (pages 153-157): Chapter 18 Causes of Pregnancy Failure (pages 158-164): Chapter 19 Other Abnormal Events During Pregnancy (pages 165-167): Chapter 20 Reducing Infertility Caused by Multiple Conceptuses (pages 168-172): Chapter 21 Retained Placenta (pages 173-177): Chapter 22 Other Post?Partum Problems (pages 178-183): Chapter 23 Dystocia (pages 184-189): Chapter 24 Manipulation of Reproduction (pages 190-199): Chapter 25 The Normal Stallion (pages 200-211): Chapter 26 Examination of the Stallion for Breeding Soundness (pages 212-225): Chapter 27 Diseases of the Reproductive Tract of the Stallion (pages 226-246): Chapter 28 Reproductive Surgery of the Stallion (pages 247-253): Chapter 29 Miscellaneous Conditions (pages 254-259): Chapter 30 Breeding Finances (pages 260-262):