Imaging the acute abdomenThe term acute abdomen refers to a patient presenting with acute clinical signs and abdominal pain due to a disease process of an abdominal structure. Read more about this common presentation in emergency veterinary medicine. Read More
Imaging diagnosis of common gastrointestinal and respiratory emergenciesInterpretation of radiographs, or any additional diagnostic imaging studies, should be performed in a systematic manner to ensure evaluation of all structures and consideration of all possible diagnoses. Read More
Making the most of your ultrasound machineThis post describes how to manipulate user controls to obtain better ultrasound images in veterinary medicine. Read More
Feline head imaging: Continuity with practitioner and radiologyDiseases of the head are often initially imaged with radiographs in the clinic. This article discusses the basics of feline head radiographic imaging. Read More
Radiography vs. ultrasound in the dog with acute abdominal signsIn the emergency setting, the primary goal of diagnostic imaging is to help differentiate surgical from non-surgical conditions. The benefits and limitations of survey radiography and abdominal ultrasound are discussed in this post. Read More
Tips for digital & teleradiologyWith more and more veterinary practices transitioning to digital radiography, teleradiology consultations are on the rise. Ease of digital image transmission/submission, and quick turn-around times have greatly facilitated this trend in veterinary medicine. This article provides some tricks and tips that will help you get the most out of your teleradiology interpretations with fewer calls, emails, and repeat radiographs to follow up your interpretations. Read More
What’s your radiographic diagnosis? Lame Maine CoonWhat is your radiographic diagnosis for this 2-year-old castrated male Maine Coon cat that was presented to the emergency department for evaluation following an acute onset of left hind limb lameness after being spooked and running away from a vacuum cleaner? Read More
Thoracic CT: More than just a pretty pictureComputed tomography (CT) is routinely used in human medicine to examine pulmonary, tracheobronchial and mediastinal abnormalities, and is the standard screening test for pulmonary metastasis. CT is more sensitive and accurate than radiography for detecting interstitial disease and pulmonary nodules even in the presence of pleural effusion. This article discusses thoracic CT in veterinary patients. Read More
What’s your radiographic diagnosis? Respiratory arrest during dental cleaningJennifer O. Brisson, DVM, DACVR Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital Signalment: 12y MN DSH History: Patient has severe dental disease and was presented for dental cleaning and extractions. Adopted from shelter 2 years prior. Physical Read More
