Radiography of the Dog and Cat (eBook)

M.C. Muhlbauer, DVM, MS, DACVR, is President and CEO of Veterinary Imaging Specialists, PC. S.K. Kneller, DVM, MS, DACVR, is Associate Professor Emeritus of Veterinary Clinical Medicine at the College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

About the Companion Website ix

Acknowledgment xi

Introduction xiii

Chapter 1: Interpretation of Radiographs 3

Musculoskeleton 4

Thorax 12

Abdomen 27

Chapter 2: Making Quality Radiographs 43

Production and use of diagnostic x-rays 44

Positioning guide 59

Interpreting radiographs 82

Scope of diagnostic imaging 85

Chapter 3: Contrast Radiography 87

Indications for contrast radiography 88

Types of contrast media 88

Adverse effects associated with contrast media 89

Contrast radiography procedures 91

Chapter 4: Musculoskeleton 123

Normal radiographic anatomy 125

General 125

Bone development 128

Sesamoid bones 130

Variable ossification centers 132

Joints 133

Skull 146

Diseases and disorders 152

Bone production 152

Bone loss 156

Benign conditions 157

Fractures 161

Hypertrophic osteopathy (HO) 171

Osteomyelitis 171

Osseous neoplasia 174

Soft tissues 177

Appendicular skeleton 180

Axial skeleton 232

Differential diagnoses 264

General bone 264

Joints 267

Spine 268

Skull 271

Pharynx and larynx abnormalities 273

Chapter 5: Thorax 275

Normal radiographic anatomy 277

Thoracic wall 277

Diaphragm 279

Pleura and pleural space 279

Mediastinum 280

Esophagus 282

Heart and major vessels 284

Trachea 290

Bronchi 290

Lungs 291

Diseases and disorders 294

Thoracic wall 294

Diaphragm 297

Pleura and pleural space 299

Mediastinum 304

Esophagus 306

Heart and major vessels 312

Trachea and bronchi 335

Lungs 341

Differential diagnoses 356

Thoracic wall 356

Diaphragm 357

Pleura and pleural space 358

Mediastinum 360

Esophagus 362

Cardiac silhouette 364

Major vessels 368

Trachea 369

Lungs 371

Chapter 6: Abdomen 377

Normal radiographic anatomy 379

Peritoneal and retroperitoneal spaces 379

Liver 380

Gall bladder/biliary system 381

Spleen 381

Pancreas 383

Gastrointestinal tract 383

Urinary tract 388

Adrenal glands 390

Male genital system 391

Female genital system 393

Diseases and disorders 393

Peritoneal hernia 393

Liver 394

Gall bladder/biliary system 396

Spleen 397

Pancreas 398

Gastrointestinal tract 399

Urinary tract 415

Adrenal glands 427

Male genital system 429

Female genital system 433

Differential diagnoses 436

Abdominal cavity 436

Abdominal wall 440

Gastrointestinal tract 441

Liver 447

Spleen 448

Pancreas 449

Urinary tract 450

Male genital system 455

Female genital system 455

Glossary 457

Bibliography 473

Index 475

"Radiography of the Dog and Cat: Guide to Making and
Interpreting Radiographs is a fine guide for any professional
looking for detailed specifics for dog and cat care, and provides a
key to evaluating radiographic findings. From describing how to
make high-quality radiographs and interpretations of abnormalities
to figures, line drawings, and lists of diagnoses, this is written
as both a quick reference and as a comprehensive new approach to
radiography which blends physiology, pathology and physics. From
making and interpreting quality radiographs to evaluation
checklists and different radiography systems, this is packed with
the latest technical details and comes with a companion website
featuring review questions, positioning guide, and more. With its
many specific details, Radiography of the Dog and Cat is a 'must
have' reference for any veterinary collection and for libraries
appealing to technicians." (Midwest Book
Review, 1 December 2013)

"It may be used as either a quick reference on the job, or
for more in-depth information on specific disorders, and is
arranged by sections describing the basics of radiographic anatomy
and interpretation. Checklists for evaluation, charts, line
drawings and visuals, and discussions of both analog and digital
radiography systems provide concrete techniques for improving
radiographs and diagnosis from them, making this a 'must' reference
for any vet student or practicing technician."
(Midwest Book Reviews, 1 October 2013)

"I reckon that if you adopt the recommended and very
logical approach, you will become a real champion in radiography
interpretation. Are you ready for the challenge?."
(Tomorrow's vets, 1 September 2013)