Respiratory biology and diseases of captive lizards (Sauria).
This article reviews respiratory diseases of lizards in clinics practice. A review of anatomy and physiology of the saurian respiratory tract sets the foundation for knowledge of normal function. The causes of noninfectious and infectious diseases are discussed. Diagnostic and treatment techniques to combat clinical disease are covered.
Copperfield Animal Clinic, Houston, Texas, USA.
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D000822:Animal Husbandry; D000818:Animals; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000627:therapeutic use; D006799:Housing, Animal; D008116:Lizards; D011859:Radiography; D012137:Respiratory System / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D012140:Respiratory Tract Diseases / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000188:drug therapy / Q000662:veterinary*
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents