Abstract
The stated aim of this comprehensive book is to provide a detailed reference for the basic radiographic anatomy of the dog and cat. This is accomplished by the inclusion of some 856 radiographic images and accompanying illustrations. Each radiographic image is accompanied by a positional sketch showing how the radiograph was made, and a labeled line drawing with a legend of the anatomic features identified. In some instances, additional drawings illustrate the attachments of muscles, ligaments, and joint capsules. Radiographs of common anatomic variants and chondrodystrophic breeds are also included. The authors also point out common artifacts and “pseudo-lesions” associated with some of the anatomic variants; viz., inconstant sesamoid bones and ossification centers, or the temporary presence of cartilaginous areas within or between the bones of immature animals. Numerous figures are devoted to the radiographic anatomy of the juvenile or growing animal, which can be confusing to the inexperienced interpreter. The large page format of the book allows the images to be reproduced with minimal reduction and loss of detail. Overall, the detail in the radiographic images is very good to excellent. In summary, the authors have successfully achieved their objective in the production of a very nice, comprehensive reference for the radiographic anatomy of the dog and cat. Much can be learned from this book, and numerous diagnostic misinterpretations could be avoided by paying attention to the wide array of anatomic variants included with the typical “textbook” normals. I would recommend this excellent work to anyone with a need for such a reference.