{"id":1004,"date":"2018-04-25T17:31:41","date_gmt":"2018-04-25T17:31:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/?p=1004"},"modified":"2021-11-30T10:40:28","modified_gmt":"2021-11-30T15:40:28","slug":"ultrasound-for-pets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/blog\/ultrasound-for-pets\/","title":{"rendered":"A Deeper View: All About Ultrasound for Pets"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/04\/iStock-182710910_super-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"ultrasound for pets\" class=\"wp-image-1006\" title=\"Ultrasound test\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>When a health concern is unclear or can\u2019t be diagnosed, turning to exploratory surgery has been the traditional method in veterinary medicine. After all, what better way to figure out what\u2019s wrong with a pet than by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/blog\/beneath-the-surface-the-importance-of-routine-pet-wellness-exams\/\">taking a look<\/a> inside?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Today, there are a variety of tools at our disposal that make diagnosing your pet easier, less stressful, and can often eliminate the need for surgery. At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\">Parkside Animal Hospital<\/a>, we\u2019re proud to offer ultrasound technology for pets. This diagnostic tool helps us examine your pet\u2019s internal organs painlessly, effectively, and safely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is Ultrasound Technology?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultrasound is an imaging tool based on the use of soundwaves aimed at an area of interest in the body. The waves bounce off a structure, producing an image that can be evaluated by your veterinarian. Ultrasounds are easy, painless, relatively inexpensive, and have no side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Many Uses of Ultrasound for Pets<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultrasound for pets is typically used when a medical issue can\u2019t be accurately diagnosed with a physical exam, blood work, or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/services\/diagnostic-ultrasound.html\">x-rays<\/a>. Ultrasounds can help veterinarians evaluate a pet in the following ways: &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Abdominal evaluation<\/strong> \u2013 Ultrasound is a wonderful tool for evaluating the major organs in the abdominal cavity, such as the liver, kidneys, and stomach. Because it can distinguish between fluid, soft tissues, and foreign bodies, ultrasound can pick up on tumors, cysts, and other abnormalities.<\/li><li><strong>Cardiac<\/strong> \u2013 An echocardiogram is a type of ultrasound used to evaluate the structures of the heart, including the valves and blood vessels, as well as measuring heart function.<\/li><li><strong>Biopsy<\/strong> \u2013 Collecting tissue samples from inside the body can be done safely and more precisely when guided by ultrasound.<\/li><li><strong>Urine collection<\/strong> \u2013 Ultrasound can be used to painlessly collect a sample of urine cells directly from a pet\u2019s bladder. Not only is this an easy and effective tool for sampling, it also ensures that any bacteria, if present, doesn\u2019t migrate from inside the bladder to the surrounding tissues.<\/li><li><strong>Pregnancy<\/strong> \u2013 Just like in humans, ultrasound technology is used to check on the progress and health of a pet\u2019s pregnancy. It can help us determine due dates and the number of puppies or kittens to expect.<\/li><li><strong>Emergency<\/strong> \u2013 In an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/#contact\">emergency situation<\/a>, the use of ultrasound technology can have lifesaving implications, allowing us to assess your pet\u2019s condition and plan next steps.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Although ultrasound technology can\u2019t be used to evaluate certain parts of the body, such as the bones or lungs, it remains an invaluable tool that can save time, money, and unnecessary surgical procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The (Sound)Wave of the Future<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultrasound imaging improves the quality of veterinary diagnostics and care. We\u2019re thrilled to be able to offer this technology to our patients. If your pet has been recommended for an ultrasound or if you have any questions, please don\u2019t hesitate to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parksidevet.ca\/#contact\">contact us<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When a health concern is unclear or can\u2019t be diagnosed, turning to exploratory surgery has been the traditional method in veterinary medicine. After all, what better way to figure out what\u2019s wrong with a pet than by taking a look inside? 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