Noakes: Veterinary Reproduction and Obstetrics 9th Edition

Veterinary Reproduction and Obstetrics has been the standard reference textbook for veterinary students for many years, as well as for students of animal science and related disciplines; in addition it has also been a useful reference source for the practicing veterinary surgeon. The new edition builds on the success of the previous edition covering normal reproduction and reproductive disorders and diseases in the common and less common domesticated species (llamas, alpacas, camels). The book has been completely revised with full colour throughout to include recent developments in reproductive biology and endocrinology, as well as the new knowledge on the causes and treatment of reproductive disease.

Key Features

• Classic text reference.
• Covering all aspects of reproduction and obstetrics in all common and less common domestic species.
• Only book covering full range of domestic animals.
• Practical clinical approach throughout.

New to This Edition

• Thorough updating throughout to reflect changes in practice since the last edition.
• New authors and contributors to ensure contemporary and international approach (contributors from Finland, the Netherlands, USA, Denmark an New Zealand).
• Full colour throughout.

Contents
Part One: Normal Oestrous Cycles

• Chapter 1 - Endogenous and exogenous control of ovarian cyclicity

Part Two: Pregnancy and Parturition

• Chapter 2 - Development of the conceptus
• Chapter 3 - Pregnancy and its diagnosis
• Chapter 4 - Abnormal development of the conceptus and its consequences
• Chapter 5 - Prolapse of the vagina and cervix
• Chapter 6 - Parturition and the care of parturient animals
• Chapter 7 - The puerperium and the care of the newborn

Part Three: Dystocia and Other Disorders Associated with Parturition

• Chapter 8 - General considerations
• Chapter 9 - The approach to an obstetric case
• Chapter 10 - Maternal dystocia: causes and treatment
• Chapter 11 - Fetal dystocia: aetiology and incidence
• Chapter 12 - Manipulative delivery per vaginam: farm animals and horses
• Chapter 13 - Vaginal manipulations and delivery in the bitch and queen cat
• Chapter 14 - Dystocia due to fetomaternal disproportion: treatment
• Chapter 15 - Dystocia due to postural defects: treatment
• Chapter 16 - Dystocia due to defects of position or presentation: treatment
• Chapter 17 - Dystocia due to twins or monstrosities
• Chapter 18 - Injuries and diseases incidental to parturition 
• Chapter 19 - Postparturient prolapse of the uterus

Part Four: Operative Interventions

• Chapter 20 - The caesarean operation and the surgical preparation of teaser males 
• Chapter 21 - Genital surgery in the bitch and queen cat 

Part Five: Infertility

• Chapter 22 - Infertility in the cow: structural and functional abnormalities, management deficiencies and non-specific infections
• Chapter 23 - Specific infectious diseases causing infertility in cattle
• Chapter 24 - Veterinary control of herd fertility
• Chapter 25 - Infertility in the ewe and doe (female goat)
• Chapter 26 - Infertility in the mare
• Chapter 27 - Infertility in the sow and gilt 
• Chapter 28 - Infertility in the bitch and queen

Part Six: The Male Animal

• Chapter 29 - Normal reproduction in male animals 
• Chapter 30 - Fertility and infertility in male animals 
• Chapter 31 - Artificial insemination

Part Seven: Exotic Species

• Chapter 32 - Reproduction in the camel 
• Chapter 33 - Reproduction in the buffalo 
• Chapter 34 - Normal reproduction, and reproductive diseases and infertility in rabbits and rodents

Part Eight: Embryo Transfer

• Chapter 35 - Embryo transfer in large domestic animals 

Author Information

• David E. Noakes, BVet Med, PhD, FRCVS, DVRep, DipECAR, Royal Veterinary College, University of London, North Mymms, Hatfield, UK. 
• Timothy J. Parkinson, BVSc, PhD, DBR, FRCVS, Institute of Veterinary, Animal & Biomedical Science, Massey University, Palmerson North, New Zealand. 
• Gary C. W. England, BVetmed, PhD, FRCVS, CertVA, DVR, DVRep, DiplomatACT, Professor, Foundation Dean, School of Veterinary Medicine & Science, University of Nottingham, Sutton Bonington Campus, Loughborough, Leicestershire, UK.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 960 pages
• Publisher: Saunders Ltd.; 9 edition (April 29, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0702028878
• ISBN-13: 978-0702028878
• Product Dimensions: 9.8 x 7.8 x 2 inches

List Price: $211.00