Radiology
RadiologyOur new X-ray machine is of a very high quality similar to the mobile units in human hospitals. We are very pleased with the quality images it produces. The film is developed in an automatic processor so that we can see the result in a few minutes.
Radiography uses X-rays directed through part of the body on to a specially treated plastic film to create an image of the structures within. These structures appear in shades of grey, depending on their relative ability to stop X-rays passing through to the film.Air filled structures, for example lung tissue appear dark as X-rays pass through readily whereas bone appears white because it is dense enough to obstruct X-rays.
Soft tissue organs like the kidney; liver, spleen, bladder and heart shown up in shades of grey, giving us information about their position, size and shape. Unusual findings like a fishhook or corncob may explain a puppy’s vomiting or a bladder stone will explain a pet’s difficulty passing urine. Radiographs would often be taken to assess lame pets to look for fractures, dislocations or arthritic joints.
Whilst some radiographs are taken with your pet awake, we may need to sedate or anaesthetize them so they will hold still for a clear picture and to allow our staff to be out of the way of the X-ray beam. We will let you know beforehand if sedation is needed.Next: Ultrasound
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