X-ray is one of the most useful tools in medical imaging. It is a non-invasive method. While most images can be taken without tranquillization, it is sometimes necessary to sedate or anesthetize the patient.
X-rays are useful for visualizing the bony structures but also the soft tissues (abdomen, thorax).
X-ray of the spine:
In case of locomotor difficulties, it is possible to identify vertebral lesions. on a radio without preparation. The injection of contrast product in the spine (myelography) is sometimes necessary to visualize possible compressions of the spinal cord (herniated discs) which can be responsible for paralysis in your animal.
Vertebral osteoarthritis (“parrot beaks”) in a German Shepherd
Disc herniation revealed by myelography
Vertebral dislocation in a dog
X-ray of limbs:
For the search for fractures but also the evaluation of various joint problems such as osteoarthritis or dysplasia.
Fracture of the femur and pelvis in a cat
Evolution of an odo-femoral dysplasia in osteoarthritis after a few years
Hips in a normal dog
Abdominal X-ray:
For the search for pathologies concerning the abdominal organs (liver, kidneys, spleen, digestive system, etc.)
Bladder stone
Egg retention
Chest X-ray:
Visualization of the trachea, lungs, heart, etc.
X-ray of the thorax of a dog with heart failure: image of cardiac bronchitis, increased cardiac silhouette.
