The newly revised Second Edition of Small Animal Laparoscopy and Thoracoscopy is a rigorous
update of the first book to provide comprehensive and current information about minimally
invasive surgery in dogs and cats. With a focus on techniques in rigid endoscopy the book also
includes guidance on additional surgeries outside the abdomen and chest. New chapters describe
newly developed surgical techniques while existing chapters have been thoroughly updated. The
authors include detailed stepwise instructions for each procedure including clinical
photographs. Pre-operative considerations patient positioning portal placement and
postoperative care are also discussed with key points of consideration outlined for each
surgery. Purchasers of the book will also receive access to a companion website featuring video
clips of the fundamental skills and surgical techniques described in the resource. The book
also offers: * An introduction to laparoscopic suturing and knot tying with accompanying video
tutorials * A thorough introduction to the equipment used in laparoscopic and thoracoscopic
veterinary surgeries including imaging equipment surgical instrumentation energy devices
and stapling equipment * Clear explanations of foundational techniques in laparoscopy
including laparoscopic anesthesia access techniques contraindications complications and
conversion * Robust descriptions of fundamental techniques in thoracoscopy including patient
positioning port placement contraindications complications and conversion * Discussions of
a wide variety of laparoscopic and thoracoscopic surgical procedures Small Animal Laparoscopy
and Thoracoscopy is an essential reference for veterinary surgeons veterinary internal
medicine specialists and residents and small animal general practitioners seeking a one-stop
reference for minimally invasive surgery in dogs and cats.
