Abstract
Avian cardiac disease in pet birds occurs more often than previously assumed. The article focuses on anatomic peculiarities of the avian cardiovascular system and common diseases. Diagnostic possibilities are demonstrated, and therapeutic measures are discussed.
MeSH terms
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Animals
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Bird Diseases / diagnosis*
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Bird Diseases / therapy*
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Birds / anatomy & histology
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Birds / physiology*
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Cardiovascular Diseases / diagnosis
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Cardiovascular Diseases / therapy
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Cardiovascular Diseases / veterinary*
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Cardiovascular Physiological Phenomena
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Heart / anatomy & histology
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Heart / physiology*