Diagnostic Imaging
E.C.G
An ECG or electrocardiogram tests for problems with the electrical activity of the heart. Tracings are printed out and describe how well the electrical system, which causes the heart to contract and pump blood to the lungs and the rest of the body is functioning. The vet can see by the spikes and dips in the recording whether or not heart disease is present.
X-Ray
Radiology (x-ray) is routinely used to provide valuable information about your pets bones & joints, gastrointestinal tract, heart & lungs, and other abdominal organs.
Ingested foreign bodies, whelping difficulties, tumours, fractured bones, arthritis, & bladder stones can all be assessed with this diagnostic process. Our clinic's new digital x-ray system has significantly improved our quality of our x-rays making the process faster & cleaner & allowing digital files to be easily sent to a client or specialist. Our practice is also able to now take digital dental xrays for our patients undergoing dental procedures. |
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Ultrasound
Ultrasound is commonly used in both human and animal medicine today, and considered a safer alterative to radiation whenever appropriate. Using high frequency sound waves to create an image, it allow veterinarians to visualize structures inside the body. It useful for detecting fluid, cysts, tumours or abscesses, and for assessing organs such as the heart, kidneys, liver, gallbladder, prostate, uterus, bladder & spleen. It is also used for detecting pregnancy and assessing health of the developing foetus.
Endoscopy
Endoscopy is considered a non surgical procedure and requires an anaesthetic. A small flexible tube with a light and camera attached is passed through the mouth and throat allowing the vet to view the health of the oesophagus, stomach and upper intestine. An accompanying screen reflects the image.
Tonometry
A tonometer is used as part of our ophthalmological examination, it accurately measures intraocular pressure. The test is neither uncomfortable or invasive. A light probe making momentary contact with the cornea gives a measurement for the vet to assess glaucoma. Changes in intraocular pressure are associated with and secondary to many other eye diseases and health problems. It is a test that is both simple and inexpensive, and can allow treatments to be commenced that may prevent blindness and pain before they become an advanced condition for your pet.
