Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
 August 1, 2010
By:John S. Mattoon, DVM, DACVR
The normal thorax is well suited to radiographic evaluation because there is marked inherent contrast between the air-filled, fluid-filled, soft tissue, and bony structures that comprise the thoracic viscera and thoracic wall. As has been stated before, at least 2 orthogonal views of the thorax are required for complete and accurate interpretation. For routine evaluation of the thorax, either a right or left lateral projection, and a dorsoventral or ventrodorsal projection of the thorax are required.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:Clifford R. Berry, DVM, DACVR
Abdominal ultrasound has taken on a "larger-than-life" position in diagnostic imaging in veterinary medicine for several reasons. First and foremost is that ultrasound is a non-invasive technique that can be used by the small animal practitioner for imaging the peritoneum, parenchyma of the abdominal organs and retroperitoneum.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:Clifford R. Berry, DVM, DACVR
Thoracic radiography is still the most common first line assessment for diseases and conditions of the thorax. With the advent of digital radiography, a new interest in diagnostic radiology has emerged. However, even though certain artifacts are not an issue (e.g., processing, exposure), problems with inadequately positioned patients still exist.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:Clifford R. Berry, DVM, DACVR
Pulmonary patterns have the bane of radiology since the beginning (1896 that is). The most difficult concept to teach and the most difficult to learn, yet, the pattern itself is only part of the puzzle. The recognition that the disease is actual within the pulmonary parenchyma and not in the pleural space, extrathoracic structures or the mediastinum is the first step.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:Clifford R. Berry, DVM, DACVR
Aside from ultrasound, a digital radiography suite is going to be the most expensive upgrade for the private practitioner in the realm of diagnostic imaging. However, this expense will be well worth the investment from a diagnostic imaging standpoint. After more than a century of film and film screen imaging, the backdrop of diagnostic radiology has changed from hanging films on view boxes to LCD monitors.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:John S. Mattoon, DVM, DACVR
Much can be learned about the gastrointestinal tact (GIT) by careful evaluation of survey abdominal radiographs. Survey radiographs of the abdomen in cases of GIT disease should always include the stomach, liver, and diaphragm. Stomach position, size, shape and contents are evaluated. The small intestine is assessed for position and distribution within the abdominal cavity, diameter, and luminal contents.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:Clifford R. Berry, DVM, DACVR
Mediastinal abnormalities, including cardiac disease, are common causes of clinical signs related to the thorax. By definition, the mediastinum is the midline potential space formed between the two pleural cavities and includes the medial portions of the right and left parietal pleura (also called the mediastinal pleural) and the space formed between these serosal membranes.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:Clifford R. Berry, DVM, DACVR
This brief overview of abdominal ultrasound is meant to be just that – an overview. If you are serious about ultrasound, you will take it upon yourself to review on the ultrasound references in physics such as that by Kremkau.
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Source: CVC IN KANSAS CITY PROCEEDINGS
August 1, 2010
By:Clifford R. Berry, DVM, DACVR
Aside from ultrasound, a digital radiography suite is going to be the most expensive upgrade for the private practitioner in the realm of diagnostic imaging. However, this expense will be well worth the investment from a diagnostic imaging standpoint. After more than a century of film and film screen imaging, the backdrop of diagnostic radiology has changed from hanging films on view boxes to LCD monitors.
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