Pastern osteoarthritis (or ring bone)
Radiograph of equine distal limb with contrast agent in the navicular bursa
osteoarthritis in the carpus of a racehorse
Pedal Bone Fracture
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Viewing a digital radiograph
Radiography is the principle imaging modality for bone. In small animals and foals the soft tissue structures within the thorax and abdomen can also be imaged.
The hospital uses a digital computer radiography system which produces radiographic images of excellent quality. The pictures are viewed on a computer screen and areas of particular interest can be enlarged to achieve more detail. The digital system also allows radiographs to be sent via email, for example to referring vets or farriers.
In some cases a radiographic contrast agent is used to outline a specific structure, for example during the investigation of penetrating wounds to the hoof.
In other cases, such as those involving fractures or laminitis, radiographs are used to make accurate measurements which are then used to formulate an appropriate treatment plan.
In exceptional equine circumstances, when the patient cannot be transported to the hospital (for example in the case of a severely painful laminitic) the xray machine can be taken out and then the pictures processed back at the hospital.
A fractured radius
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Radiograph of a dog which has swollowed a stone
Radiograph of dogs pelvis
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