Zoo Animal and Wildlife Immobilization and Anesthesia

Zoo Animal and Wildlife Immobilization and Anesthesia
ISBN-10
111871413X
ISBN-13
9781118714133
Series
Zoo Animal and Wildlife Immobilization and Anesthesia
Category
Medical
Language
English
Published
2013-05-13
Publisher
John Wiley & Sons
Authors
Gary West, Nigel Caulkett, Darryl Heard

Description

This book covers key aspects of immobilization and anesthesia from pharmacology and restraint to supportive care.

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