Ultrasound evaluation of equine gastrointestinal disorders

Authors
Fontaine, GL Hanson, RR Rodgerson, DH Steiger, R
Citation
Gl. Fontaine et al., Ultrasound evaluation of equine gastrointestinal disorders, COMP CONT E, 21(3), 1999, pp. 253-262
Citations number
19
Categorie Soggetti
Veterinary Medicine/Animal Health
Journal title
COMPENDIUM ON CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR THE PRACTICING VETERINARIAN
ISSN journal
01931903 → ACNP
Volume
21
Issue
3
Year of publication
1999
Pages
253 - 262
Database
ISI
SICI code
0193-1903(199903)21:3<253:UEOEGD>2.0.ZU;2-T
Abstract
Certain disease processes affecting the equine gastrointestinal tract and a bdominal cavity can be identified using ultrasonography. This article revie ws the technique for abdominal ultrasonography, including its advantages an d limitations, and provides an overview of necessary equipment. The ultraso nographic appearance of the gastrointestinal tract and peritoneum under nor mal and pathologic conditions is also described.