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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nGetting Started with Small Animal Ultrasound<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
With a wide range of ultrasound applications, it can be difficult to know where to begin. Understanding the fundamentals, key controls and transducer types is the first step, but it is important to consider how the equipment will be used and your level of expertise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How do I decide which ultrasound machine to buy?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf you are buying your first scanner, IMV imaging can help with every aspect. From deciding which ultrasound machine will suit your needs<\/a>, to keeping the equipment in prime condition, and then of course mastering your technique, our resources<\/a> and CPD courses<\/a> can help. <\/p>\n\n\n\nSimilarly, if you are looking to upgrade your equipment, or are interested in how the latest scanner technology could benefit your practice, get in touch<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWhich ultrasound machine would be best suited for emergency and critical care?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf your caseload primarily consists of emergency and critical care patients, then consider one of our wireless ultrasound scanners<\/a>, which aid in the early and accurate detection of free fluid for both triage and hospitalised patients. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWhich ultrasound machine is best for small animal echocardiography?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nGetting to the heart of the issue is always important, so if your interests lie in echocardiography, IMV imaging is here to guide you through the necessary machine functions and equipment you will need to make accurate assessments and measurements of cardiac function. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
What types of Ultrasound Machines are available<\/a>?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\n\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n \r\n View Handheld Scanners <\/a>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n <\/div>\r\n\r\n \r\n \r\n ![\"\"\r\n](\"https:\/\/www.imv-imaging.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/VScan-product-image.png\"\r\n)
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Deciding which transducer<\/a> is most suited to the ultrasound examinations you are performing can be difficult. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWhich is the best all-round transducer?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nFor most ultrasound examinations in small animal practice, a microconvex<\/a> transducer is the most versatile. These enable examination of both the abdominal and thoracic cavities, as well as being the transducer of choice for POCUS<\/a> examinations. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWhich transducer is best for small animal echocardiography?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nFor cardiac examinations, a phased array transducer<\/a> is recommended. These transducer designs generate a very high pulse repetition and allow a higher image frame rate that can accommodate the rapidly moving heart. Phased array transducers also facilitate the Doppler assessment of high velocity blood flow. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWhich transducer is best for scanning superficial structures?<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf you want to predominately examine more superficial structures, especially in cats, then a linear transducer<\/a> is a must! These transducers scan at higher frequency ranges and result in images with improved resolution. <\/p>\n\n\n\nFor a linear design that is a little more specialised, \u201chockey stick\u201d transducers<\/a> have an ultra-small footprint. These are perfect for scanning intra-operatively, examining small exotic species, and for ophthalmic ultrasound. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWhat is Doppler ultrasonography?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nBy utilising Doppler ultrasonography<\/a>, you can visualise the direction and velocity of blood flow. <\/p>\n\n\n\nMost commonly used in echocardiographic examinations, Doppler enables the identification of areas of abnormal or turbulent blood flow relating to alterations in cardiac function. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
However, the use of Doppler ultrasound<\/a> is not solely limited to echocardiographic examinations. In abdominal ultrasound, Doppler can be used to document the presence, absence, and pattern of blood flow, to both abdominal organs and areas of pathology. It is also incredibly useful for mapping local vascular structures prior to performing tissue sampling. <\/p>\n\n\n\nHaving trouble?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIf you are having any problems with your ultrasound machine, IMV imaging is here to support you. Whether you need help with image optimisation<\/a>, kit replacement or essential maintenance<\/a>; our Account management<\/a>, Clinical<\/a> and Service<\/a> teams are ready to assist you. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWant to learn more?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\nIn addition to our IMV Academy online and in-person CPD courses<\/a>, IMV imaging have a library of small animal learning resources<\/a>. Use these to develop your skills, boost your confidence and to assist with your CPD journey. There are journal clubs,<\/a> webinars<\/a> and podcasts<\/a> on a range of small animal ultrasound related topics.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWe also have information on specific anatomical regions, which you can find in our list of guides and articles below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Similarly, if you are looking to upgrade your equipment, or are interested in how the latest scanner technology could benefit your practice, get in touch<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If your caseload primarily consists of emergency and critical care patients, then consider one of our wireless ultrasound scanners<\/a>, which aid in the early and accurate detection of free fluid for both triage and hospitalised patients. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Getting to the heart of the issue is always important, so if your interests lie in echocardiography, IMV imaging is here to guide you through the necessary machine functions and equipment you will need to make accurate assessments and measurements of cardiac function. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Deciding which transducer<\/a> is most suited to the ultrasound examinations you are performing can be difficult. <\/p>\n\n\n\n For most ultrasound examinations in small animal practice, a microconvex<\/a> transducer is the most versatile. These enable examination of both the abdominal and thoracic cavities, as well as being the transducer of choice for POCUS<\/a> examinations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n For cardiac examinations, a phased array transducer<\/a> is recommended. These transducer designs generate a very high pulse repetition and allow a higher image frame rate that can accommodate the rapidly moving heart. Phased array transducers also facilitate the Doppler assessment of high velocity blood flow. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you want to predominately examine more superficial structures, especially in cats, then a linear transducer<\/a> is a must! These transducers scan at higher frequency ranges and result in images with improved resolution. <\/p>\n\n\n\n For a linear design that is a little more specialised, \u201chockey stick\u201d transducers<\/a> have an ultra-small footprint. These are perfect for scanning intra-operatively, examining small exotic species, and for ophthalmic ultrasound. <\/p>\n\n\n\n By utilising Doppler ultrasonography<\/a>, you can visualise the direction and velocity of blood flow. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Most commonly used in echocardiographic examinations, Doppler enables the identification of areas of abnormal or turbulent blood flow relating to alterations in cardiac function. <\/p>\n\n\n\n However, the use of Doppler ultrasound<\/a> is not solely limited to echocardiographic examinations. In abdominal ultrasound, Doppler can be used to document the presence, absence, and pattern of blood flow, to both abdominal organs and areas of pathology. It is also incredibly useful for mapping local vascular structures prior to performing tissue sampling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you are having any problems with your ultrasound machine, IMV imaging is here to support you. Whether you need help with image optimisation<\/a>, kit replacement or essential maintenance<\/a>; our Account management<\/a>, Clinical<\/a> and Service<\/a> teams are ready to assist you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n In addition to our IMV Academy online and in-person CPD courses<\/a>, IMV imaging have a library of small animal learning resources<\/a>. Use these to develop your skills, boost your confidence and to assist with your CPD journey. There are journal clubs,<\/a> webinars<\/a> and podcasts<\/a> on a range of small animal ultrasound related topics.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We also have information on specific anatomical regions, which you can find in our list of guides and articles below:<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhich ultrasound machine would be best suited for emergency and critical care?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Which ultrasound machine is best for small animal echocardiography?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
What types of Ultrasound Machines are available<\/a>?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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Which is the best all-round transducer?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Which transducer is best for small animal echocardiography?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Which transducer is best for scanning superficial structures?<\/strong> <\/h3>\n\n\n\n
What is Doppler ultrasonography?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Having trouble?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Want to learn more?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n