Digital Radiology & Ultrasound

Digital Radiology

A radiograph (sometimes called an x-ray) is a type of photograph that can look inside the body and reveal information that may not be seen from physical exam. Radiography can be used to evaluate the heart, lungs, and abdominal organs, as well as the bones.

Radiography is painless, safe, and non-invasive. Radiographs can be used to evaluate bones as well as the size, shape, and position of many of the body's organs. The size of organs is important because some medical conditions such as kidney, heart, or liver disease can alter the size of these organs. The shape and position of organs can be altered or distorted by certain medical conditions, including intestinal blockage or cancer. Tumors, depending on their size and location, can also sometimes be detected using radiography. Radiography can also be used to diagnose bladder stones, broken bones, chronic arthritis, and a variety of other conditions.Radiographs are an important tool that can help us make a correct diagnosis for your pet.

Ultrasound

Ultrasonography, is a non-invasive imaging technique that allows internal body structures to be seen. Ultrasound waves are considered to be safe.The ultrasound waves that are reflected will return as "echoes" to the probe, and are converted into an image that is displayed on the monitor, giving a 2-dimensional "picture" of the tissues under examination.The technique is invaluable for the examination of internal organs and was first used in veterinary medicine for pregnancy diagnosis. However, the technique is also extremely useful in evaluating heart conditions and identifying changes in abdominal organs. Ultrasonography is very useful in the diagnosis of cysts and tumors.

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