{"id":11467,"date":"2022-12-13T04:06:43","date_gmt":"2022-12-13T04:06:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.imv-imaging.com\/academy\/an-introduction-to-equine-ultrasonography\/"},"modified":"2023-04-18T02:45:28","modified_gmt":"2023-04-18T02:45:28","slug":"an-introduction-to-equine-ultrasonography","status":"publish","type":"learning-resource","link":"https:\/\/www.imv-imaging.com\/world\/academy\/an-introduction-to-equine-ultrasonography\/","title":{"rendered":"An introduction to equine ultrasonography"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>An introduction into various applications and required equipment for the use of ultrasonography in equine practice.<\/p>\n<p>Ultrasound technology has advanced in leaps and bounds over the last few years and this has had a huge positive impact on veterinary diagnostic imaging across all species. Ultrasonography has long been a key tool in the diagnostic investigation of equine musculoskeletal disorders, and slightly more recently has facilitated great advances in the field of equine reproduction.<\/p>\n<p>As technology continues to develop the possibilities for the use of ultrasound as a diagnostic tool will expand, and the increasing affordability of high quality equipment should help drive this. Below are some things to consider regarding the use of ultrasonography in equine practice, including its potential applications and the equipment required.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Indications:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><br \/>\nMusculoskeletal<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Tendons and ligaments of the distal limb, e.g. SDFT core lesions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"__mcenew\" src=\"\/media\/8593\/introtoequineultrasonography1-min.png\" alt=\"equine image\" rel=\"73304\" data-id=\"73304\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pelvis, e.g. ilial wing fractures<\/li>\n<li>Joints, e.g. meniscal injury in the stifle<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"__mcenew\" src=\"\/media\/8594\/introtoequineultrasonography2-min.png\" alt=\"equine image\" rel=\"73305\" data-id=\"73305\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Spine, e.g. cervical facet joints &nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Reproductive<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pre-breeding, e.g. uterus and ovaries<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"__mcenew\" src=\"\/media\/8595\/introtoequineultrasonography3-min.png\" alt=\"equine image\" rel=\"73306\" data-id=\"73306\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Pregnancy diagnosis, foetal sexing and twin management<\/li>\n<li>Monitoring of the health of a pregnancy, e.g. CTUP measurements<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"__mcenew\" src=\"\/media\/8596\/introtoequineultrasonography4-min.png\" alt=\"equine image\" rel=\"73307\" data-id=\"73307\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<p><strong>Abdominal<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Colic exam<br \/>\n\u2022&nbsp;Assessment of abdominal organs, e.g. liver<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"__mcenew\" src=\"\/media\/8597\/introtoequineultrasonography5-min.png\" alt=\"equine image\" rel=\"73308\" data-id=\"73308\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Performing ultrasound-guided biopsies<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cardiac<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Assessment of cardiac anatomy and function, e.g. investigation of murmurs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" id=\"__mcenew\" src=\"\/media\/8598\/introtoequineultrasonography6-min.png\" alt=\"equine image\" rel=\"73309\" data-id=\"73309\" loading=\"lazy\"><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Investigation of episodes of ataxia\/collapse<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Ophthalmological<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Investigation of globe disease, e.g. cataracts, retinal detachment<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Miscellaneous<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\u2018Lumps and bumps\u2019, e.g. haematoma vs. abscess<br \/>\n\u2022&nbsp;Finding foreign bodies and sequestra<br \/>\n\u2022&nbsp;Ultrasound-guided diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, e.g. thoracocentesis or injecting tendon core lesions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Equipment Required<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Portable ultrasound systems are most suitable for&nbsp;ambulatory practice&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Cart based or mobile ultrasound systems are more commonly used in hospitals and referral centres<\/p>\n<p><strong>Probes &#8211;<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>For distal limb musculoskeletal and ophthalmological purposes \u2013 a&nbsp;high frequency linear probe is required<\/li>\n<li>For pelvic and abdominal scanning \u2013 a low frequency convex (curvilinear) probe is needed<\/li>\n<li>Reproductive tract \u2013 rectal probe (linear)<\/li>\n<li>Cardiac \u2013 low frequency phased array (sector) probe<\/li>\n<li>\u2018Lumps and bumps\u2019 \u2013 usually high frequency linear probe, though a low frequency convex probe may sometimes be required<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Pros<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Portability of equipment<\/li>\n<li>Non-invasiveness<\/li>\n<li>Low upkeep costs<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Cons<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Dependent on operator skill<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a data-id=\"43235\" href=\"43235}\" target=\"_top\" title=\"Newsletter sign up\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" id=\"__mcenew\" 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