Infarction of the spleen or liver is a fairly rare event. But if the blood supply is reduced, a region, or the entire organ, can become infarcted. Infarction is necrosis resulting from a reduced blood supply. The main causes of infarction of the liver and spleen are malposition (torsion) and … [Read more...]
Interpreting ultrasound videos
Tonight we looked at 2-3 minute ultrasound videos as preparation for the board exams. No matter how many ultrasounds you've done, it's disconcerting to watch a partial scan that someone else has performed. They will be scanning with a different speed and pattern than you would, and the image may not … [Read more...]
Journal Club 3/7/07
Mantis P, Baines E. Computed tomography: Why use it in small animal practice? The Veterinary Journal 2007;173:237-238. Nuss K. Ultrasonography of musculoskeletal disorders in cattle: A practical tool for veterinary surgeons. The Veterinary Journal 2007;173:239-240. Ohlerth S, Scharf G. … [Read more...]
Ultrasound of linear foreign bodies
Ultrasound of linear foreign bodies can be more difficult than it seems. There are a couple of different imaging presentations depending on the size of the foreign body itself. I like to use radiographs to look for the pattern of linear foreign body, then confirm with ultrasound and look for … [Read more...]
Possible cranial mediastinal mass
I recently had a question about diagnosing mediastinal masses. The case was a 3 year old bulldog, with an increased soft tissue opacity in the cranial mediastinum. These barrel chested dogs like bulldogs and pugs tend to store a lot of fat in the cranial mediastinum, which makes it look much wider … [Read more...]
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