Diagnostic ultrasound is a very useful imaging technique for veterinarians. Diagnostic Ultrasound in Small Animal Practice is a practical introduction to the clinical use of diagnostic ultrasound in small animals. High quality ultrasonic images familiarize the veterinarian with the appearance of body tissues, enabling the vet to correctly diagnose diseased or injured patients.

In addition to coverage of dogs and cats, this practical volume includes information on exotic species such as guinea pigs, rabbits, reptiles and birds.


Features over 100 black and white photographs and a color plate section of Doppler images
Contains detailed information on the physics of ultrasound and its practical application to the control of the ultrasound machine.
Presents new Doppler techniques
Covers diagnostic ultrasound for the regions of the body including: general abdomen, liver and spleen, gastrointestinal tract, general thorax, non-cardiac thoracic, cardiac, neck, musculo-skeletal and superficial soft tissue, and eye.
Diagnostic Ultrasound in Small Animal Practice, Second Edition serves as an updated and expanded second edition for Frances Barr's best-selling Diagnostic Ultrasound in the Dog and Cat.