Ultrasound Services

PetsVet Veterinary Hospital has a wide range of  ultrasound services.

 

• Pregnancy ultrasounds are valuable for monitoring the health and development of both the mother and the babies.

  • Confirmation of pregnancy: One of the primary uses is to confirm pregnancy. This can be done relatively early in gestation, usually around 3-4 weeks in dogs and 2-3 weeks in cats.
       Viability checks: Early ultrasounds can identify potential problems such as fetal reabsorption or early embryonic death.
       Determining litter size: Gives breeders an idea of how many puppies or kittens to expect.

  • Determining fetal position: Knowing the position of the fetuses can help predict potential birthing complications and prepare for a C-section if necessary.
       Assessing fetal viability: In cases of complications, ultrasounds can help determine if the fetuses are still alive and healthy.
       Estimating delivery date: While not always precise, ultrasound measurements can help estimate a more accurate due date.

  • Early detection of problems: Allows for timely intervention and management of complications.
       Reduced stress: Provides breeders and owners with peace of mind about the progress of the pregnancy.
       Better preparedness for birth: Helps anticipate potential challenges during labor and delivery.
     

• Ultrasound for identifying and assessing bladder problems in pets. Our ultrasound provides a non-invasive way to visualize the bladder and surrounding structures in real-time, offering valuable information for diagnosis and treatment.  
  
  Visualizing Bladder Anatomy and Identifying Abnormalities:

  • Shape and size:
    Ultrasound can determine if the bladder is abnormally large (distended), small (contracted), or has an unusual shape, suggesting possible issues like blockages or tumors.

  • Wall thickness:
    Inflammation or certain diseases can cause the bladder wall to thicken, which is easily detectable on ultrasound.

  • Masses:
    Ultrasound can identify growths or tumors within the bladder wall or lumen (inside the bladder).Stones (Uroliths):
    Ultrasound can detect bladder stones, assess their size, number, and location, and help determine their composition (some types of stones appear differently on ultrasound).

  • Sediment:
    Inflammation or infection can cause sediment (cells, debris) to accumulate in the bladder, which appears as echoes within the bladder fluid on ultrasound.

  • Sediment:
    Inflammation or infection can cause sediment (cells, debris) to accumulate in the bladder, which appears as echoes within the bladder fluid on ultrasound.

  • Blood clots:
    Ultrasound can identify blood clots in the bladder, which might indicate trauma, tumors, or clotting disorders.

  • Structural abnormalities:
    Ultrasound can detect congenital defects, such as ectopic ureters (ureters that bypass the bladder), or acquired abnormalities like bladder wall hernias.