Indications that your pet may need ultrasound
The most common indications for veterinary ultrasound:
- Heart murmur
- The presence of any kind of arrhythmia can be an indication of cardiomyopathy, congenital defects and more. Ultrasound can quickly qualify, and often quantify the severity of the condition.
- Chronic Vomiting
- Frequent vomiting can be an indication of several pathologies including pancreatitis, IBS, and many more. An ultrasound study can provide information that normal radiography often cannot.
- Acute Vomiting
- Pancreatitis
- Increased Liver Enzymes
- Urinary Dysfunction
- Ultrasound's ability to visualize structures surrounded by fluid makes imaging of the kidneys and bladder easy and routine. Many common problems can be discovered long before symptoms become more serious.
- Pleural and Abdominal Effusions