Ultrasonography
Advanced diagnostics.
Dogs, cats, and small pets often have illnesses or injuries hidden from view and their outward symptoms can be puzzling. Diagnostic sonography, or ultrasound, is an imaging technique that is widely used to examine most parts of the body including eyes, tendons, muscles, joints, and internal organs for illness or injury. Diagnostic ultrasound is used in conjunction with a thorough exam and radiographs to aid in diagnosis of disease.
Ultrasound produces no radiation as in X-ray technology. As such, it is often preferred for patients such as pregnant animals as it is harmless to the fetus. This technique may also be used in guiding the veterinarian when performing delicate procedures such as biopsies or fluid drainage. Ultrasound technology is virtually painless for the patient, too, a true advantage when dealing with a frightened, traumatized, or uncomfortable animal.
If your pet is scheduled for an ultrasound exam, you may wish to download this informative handout : What to Expect When Your Pet Has an Ultrasound Exam.
For questions about our diagnostic ultrasound technology, contact your Billings Animal Family Hospital veterinarian.
Ultrasound produces no radiation as in X-ray technology. As such, it is often preferred for patients such as pregnant animals as it is harmless to the fetus. This technique may also be used in guiding the veterinarian when performing delicate procedures such as biopsies or fluid drainage. Ultrasound technology is virtually painless for the patient, too, a true advantage when dealing with a frightened, traumatized, or uncomfortable animal.
If your pet is scheduled for an ultrasound exam, you may wish to download this informative handout : What to Expect When Your Pet Has an Ultrasound Exam.
For questions about our diagnostic ultrasound technology, contact your Billings Animal Family Hospital veterinarian.