This practical field guide contains details on how to treat all kinds of injury in horses, from superficial cuts and grazes to serious trauma. Provides expert advice on how to minimize the risks of infection and scarring, anticipate and avoid potential complications, and promote rapid and complete healing and recovery. Many key procedures, such as the application of bandages and dressings, surgical procedures, and suturing techniques, are accompanied by line drawings and full-color illustrations. Includes helpful client education information for initial wound management and on-going nursing care while under veterinary supervision.\u003cli\u003eConcise and practical. Fits in the coat pocket and can be carried conveniently in the car.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIllustrated throughout in full colour, with specially commissioned artwork.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes advice on immediate wound care, with 'first aid' guidelines for owners.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCovers all kinds of injury from superficial wounds through to serious trauma\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDescribes injuries to soft tissues, and bone, including injuries to the foot \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIllustrates relevant surgical procedures, including suturing techniques\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIllustrates application of bandages and dressings, including difficult areas such as the head, hoof and upper limbs\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes section on skin grafting\u003c/li\u003e
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