{"id":5030,"date":"2024-02-29T09:45:18","date_gmt":"2024-02-29T14:45:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vetetnous.com\/?post_type=soins_spec&#038;p=5030"},"modified":"2026-10-27T10:41:47","modified_gmt":"2026-10-27T14:41:47","slug":"medical-imaging","status":"publish","type":"soins_spec","link":"https:\/\/www.vetetnous.com\/en\/specialized-services\/medical-imaging\/","title":{"rendered":"Medical Imaging"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>This service is offered exclusively to all our referring veterinarians. You can submit your reference request via our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.connexionvet.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Vet Connexion<\/a> portal.<\/p>\n<h3>Why does my pet need to be seen in medical imaging?<\/h3>\n<h4>Your pet should be seen by a medical imaging specialist in case of:<\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>MRI\n<ul>\n<li>Neurological problems<\/li>\n<li>Loss of sensation in the hind limbs<\/li>\n<li>Epileptiform seizures<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>CT-Scan\n<ul>\n<li>Complex fractures<\/li>\n<li>Arthritis problems<\/li>\n<li>Ligament problems<\/li>\n<li>Detection of metastases<\/li>\n<li>Neurological problems<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Ultrasound\n<ul>\n<li>Digestive problems<\/li>\n<li>Masses<\/li>\n<li>Foreign bodies<\/li>\n<li>Urinary problems<\/li>\n<li>Detection of metastases<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Medical imaging makes it possible to<strong> better target your pet's care<\/strong> while trying to determine the origin of their<strong> symptoms.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Frequently asked questions<\/h3>\n<div class=\"su-accordion su-u-trim\"><\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span><strong>Why might my pet need advanced medical imaging?<\/strong> <\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW126214775 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW126214775 BCX0\">Medical imaging allows veterinarians to examine internal structures that cannot be assessed through a physical examination alone. It can help <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW126214775 BCX0\">identify<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW126214775 BCX0\"> the cause of certain symptoms and guide diagnosis and treatment.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW126214775 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-accordion su-u-trim\"><\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span><strong>What is the difference between an ultrasound, a CT scan and an MRI?<\/strong> <\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW99242475 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99242475 BCX0\">These examinations produce <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99242475 BCX0\">different types<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW99242475 BCX0\"> of images and are used depending on the area of the body or the suspected condition. Ultrasound is particularly useful for evaluating many internal organs, while CT scans and MRIs provide highly detailed images of various anatomical structures.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW99242475 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-accordion su-u-trim\"><\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span><strong>When might an MRI be recommended?<\/strong> <\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW151514905 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW151514905 BCX0\">An MRI may be recommended for neurological problems, seizures, or certain conditions involving loss of sensation or mobility.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW151514905 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-accordion su-u-trim\"><\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span><strong>When might a CT scan be recommended?<\/strong> <\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW123082128 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW123082128 BCX0\">A CT scan may be useful for evaluating certain complex fractures, joint or ligament problems, neurological conditions, or detecting the presence of metastases.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP Selected SCXW123082128 BCX0\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<div class=\"su-accordion su-u-trim\"><\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler su-spoiler-style-default su-spoiler-icon-plus su-spoiler-closed\" data-scroll-offset=\"0\" data-anchor-in-url=\"no\"><div class=\"su-spoiler-title\" tabindex=\"0\" role=\"button\"><span class=\"su-spoiler-icon\"><\/span><strong>Will me pet need anesthesia for their imaging examination?<\/strong> <\/div><div class=\"su-spoiler-content su-u-clearfix su-u-trim\">\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW136688227 BCX0\" lang=\"EN-GB\" xml:lang=\"EN-GB\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW136688227 BCX0\">It depends on the type of examination. 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