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[Steroïedhormone in kleindierpraktyk (author's transl)]
Journal of the South African Veterinary Association
|June 1, 1976
Summary
This review covers steroid hormones, their clinical uses, and treatments for feline and canine patients. It details therapeutic corticosteroid applications in small animals, including precautions and side effects.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Veterinary Pharmacology
Context:
- Steroid hormones play crucial roles in physiological processes.
- Understanding their mechanisms is vital for veterinary medicine.
Purpose:
- To review the nature, origin, influence, and interrelationships of steroid hormones.
- To discuss the clinical application and treatment of feline and canine patients using steroid hormones.
- To consider the therapeutic use of corticosteroids in small animal practice.
Summary:
- The review examines steroid hormone characteristics and their impact.
- It explores specific applications in male and female animals.
- Key considerations for corticosteroid therapy in small animals, including precautions and potential side effects, are addressed.
Impact:
- Provides a comprehensive overview for veterinarians on steroid hormone therapy.
- Enhances understanding of corticosteroid use in feline and canine medicine.
- Informs clinical decision-making regarding efficacy, safety, and side effect management.