Radiology

Veterinary radiology involves using imaging technologies, such as X-rays to diagnose and treat a variety of conditions in animals. Waunakee Veterinary Clinic employs advanced imaging technologies operated by highly trained veterinarians, guaranteeing the highest quality of care for our patients.

What are Veterinary X-Rays?

X-ray imaging, also known as radiography, is a common type of veterinary radiology service. X-rays use electromagnetic radiation to produce images of the internal structures of the body, such as bones, soft tissues, and organs. This technology can be used to diagnose fractures, foreign bodies, tumors, and other conditions in animals. X-ray imaging is non-invasive, relatively quick, and does not usually require sedation or anesthesia.

What Can Radiology Services Help Prevent or Treat?

Both X-rays and ultrasounds provide valuable insights to help treat and prevent lifelong health issues. They are a non-invasive way for our talented veterinary team to diagnose and treat common and not-so-common issues. Waunakee Veterinary Clinic‘s radiology and ultrasound services can help detect and diagnose a wide range of ailments in pets.

Some of the most common conditions that can be detected or helped prevent using veterinary radiology services include:

1. Bone fractures: X-rays are commonly used to diagnose bone fractures in pets. This helps our veterinarians determine the severity of the fracture and develop a treatment plan.
2. Arthritis: Radiography can also be used to diagnose arthritis in pets. This helps our veterinarians develop a treatment plan to manage pain and slow the progression of the disease.
3. Dental disease: X-rays can help detect dental diseases in pets, such as tooth decay or abscesses. This allows our veterinarians to develop a treatment plan that may include dental cleaning or extractions.
4. Tumors: X-rays can help detect tumors in pets. This helps our veterinarians determine if the tumor is cancerous or benign and develop a treatment plan.
5. Respiratory problems: X-rays can help diagnose respiratory problems in pets, such as pneumonia or lung tumors.
6. Gastrointestinal issues: X-rays can help diagnose gastrointestinal issues in pets, such as blockages or foreign objects in the digestive tract.

By detecting these and other conditions early through veterinary radiology services, veterinarians can develop treatment plans that may help prevent further damage or complication

Other Speciality Radiology Services

In addition to X-ray and ultrasound imaging, there are other types of veterinary radiology services available at some veterinary hospitals. These may include computed tomography (CT) scans, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and nuclear medicine imaging. These advanced imaging techniques can provide more detailed and complex information about the internal structures of the body, and are particularly useful for diagnosing complex conditions and planning surgical or medical treatments.

While we at Waunakee Veterinary Clinic do not provide these more advanced radiology services, we can refer clients out to a specialty hospital if your pet’s case requires it.

Overall, veterinary radiology services are an important part of modern veterinary medicine. By using imaging technologies such as X-rays and ultrasound, veterinary hospitals can provide accurate and efficient diagnoses, and offer a wide range of treatment options for their animal patients.

Schedule an Appointment for Radiology Services

To make a radiology appointment for your pet, call us at (608) 849-4432.