BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Abdominal Imaging

"The BSAVA Manual of Canine and Feline Abdominal Imaging" is the third Manual in the diagnostic imaging series. The first section of the Manual outlines the approach to abdominal imaging, with chapters dedicated to radiography and ultrasonography. The remainder of the Manual is devoted to the individual body systems, including the liver and gallbladder, the kidneys and ureters, and the small intestine. Extensively illustrated throughout. The introductory section of this Manual outlines the approach to abdominal imaging, with chapters dedicated to radiography and ultrasonography. The second section is devoted to imaging of the abdominal spaces and the common structures, including the vasculature and lymphatic system. The remainder of the Manual is given over to the individual body systems, including the stomach, the pancreas, and the kidneys and ureters. Each chapter details the normal radiographic anatomy and discusses the variations seen with disease. The use of contrast radiography and additional imaging modalities, such as ultrasonography, computed tomography and magnetic resonance imaging, are also outlined where appropriate. Other titles in the BSAVA Manuals series: 3 Contents 4 Contributors 6 Preface 9 Approach to abdominal imaging 10 Abdominal radiography 14 Abdominal ultrasonography 27 The peritoneal cavity 38 The retroperitoneum 49 Abdominal vessels 58 Abdominal lymph nodes 68 Abdominal masses 85 The small intestine 119 The large intestine and perianal region 141 The liver and gallbladder 153 The pancreas 166 The spleen 176 The adrenal glands 186 The kidneys and ureters 194 The bladder and urethra 214 The female reproductive system 231 The male reproductive system 246 Index 255 The first section of this manual outlines the approach to abdominal imaging, with chapters dedicated to radiography and ultrasonography. The remainder of the manual is devoted to the individual body systems, including the liver and gallbladder, the kidneys and ureters, and the small intestine