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Title
Raptor medicine: Basic principles and noninfectious conditions
Author(s)
Deem, SL
Published
1999
Publisher
Compendium on Continuing Education for the Practicing Veterinarian
Abstract
An understanding of the biology, physiology, and anatomy of raptors as well as how to medically approach birds of prey is imperative for providing quality care. The two most common clinical diagnoses of free-ranging raptors are trauma-usually with ocular and/or orthopedic involvement-and toxicoses. Acetylcholinesterase inhibitors and lead poisoning account for the majority of acute toxicities. Treatment of these intoxicated patients can be rewarding if practitioners apply fast, aggressive therapy while pursuing diagnostics.
Keywords
CASE-HISTORIES; BALD EAGLES; BIRDS; MANAGEMENT; THERAPY; TRAUMA; LEAD
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