Rapid Review of ECG Interpretation in Small Animal Practice

In this concise and practical review, the authors recognise that, among the range of cardiac investigations available to veterinarians, the standard electrocardiogram (ECG) is an indispensable, safe and inexpensive test in assessing dogs and cats with heart disease.
Following discussion of the principles of electrocardiography, the book deals systematically with the evaluation of the ECG, covering determination of heart rate, measurement of intervals, derivation of the mean electrical axis, criteria for atrial and ventricular enlargement or hypertrophy, intraventricular conduction disturbances, and both normal and abnormal cardiac rhythms. Flow charts are provided to help users diagnose arrhythmias with confidence. Forty-six real cases and ECG tracings reinforce the principles and discussion.
Readership: Of value to all veterinary practitioners, technicians and students who wish to improve their skills in interpreting ECGs.