Computed tomography veterinary

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CT scans are non-invasive and non-painful.
Your pet will be on a movable table that is advanced into a tube-like structure where the X-ray beam can be rotated 360 degrees around your pet.
As your pet advances into the tube, the CT scan takes multiple images..
How is an animal CT scan done?
In computed tomography (CT), an x-ray tube moves around the body and continuously projects a thin fan of x-rays through the body.
Electronic detectors opposite the tube continuously monitor the number of x-rays passing through the body and the angle at which the beam is being projected..
Why is veterinary radiology important?
Veterinary radiologists specialize in the field of diagnostic imaging, assisting animals' primary practitioners in managing and maintaining their care.
The diagnostic information provided by these specialists can be crucial for accurate patient treatment..
In veterinary medicine, a CT scan is often used for imaging of the chest, abdomen, nose, bones and joints.
Radiographs are used to diagnose disease in the chest, abdomen and musculoskeletal system.
We also perform many special studies such as contrast studies of the gastrointestinal and urinary tract to diagnose obstructions.
X-rays are the oldest and most frequently used form of veterinary medical imaging.

Computed tomography (CT) uses x-rays to produce multiple images of the inside of the body, and provides thin, cross-sectional “slices” for viewing. CT scans of internal organs, bone, soft tissue and blood vessels provide much more detail than conventional x-rays.

CT scans are used to detect structural changes deep within the body, including tumors, abscesses, vascular abnormalities, occult fractures, and hematomas.

This practical and highly illustrated guide is an essential resource for veterinarians seeking to improve their understanding and use of computed tomography (CT) in practice. It provides a thorough grounding in CT technology, describing the Google BooksOriginally published: July 13, 2011

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Computed tomography veterinary

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How is an animal CT scan done?

Why is veterinary radiology important?