Ultrasound
Ultrasound imaging, involves exposing parts of the body to high-frequency sound waves to produce pictures of the inside of the body. Ultrasound exams do not expose the patient to radiation, and are used to visualize body parts in real-time.
What is an AFAST Ultrasound?
The focused assessment with sonography for trauma (FAST) ultrasound is a 2-3 minute non- invasive procedure that detects the presence of fluid in the abdominal cavity to allow for rapid therapeutic intervention, this includes the 4 quadrants of the abdomen. (e.g., fluid resuscitation, abdominocentesis, cytology, clinicopathologic testing)
What is the difference between an AFAST Ultrasound and an Ultrasound performed by a Board Certified Internal Medicine Ultrasonographer?
While an AFAST US is great for finding immediate concerns, an ultrasound performed by a Board Certified Internist is also a non-invasive imaging technique that allows your vet to see a pet’s internal organs and structure. An internal medicine ultrasound can help identify the location, size, and shape of a mass, swelling, or pain in your dog’s abdomen and can help evaluate your dog for a variety of other health issues, such as chronic infections, kidney problems, or urinary tract abnormalities. This can help your veterinarian determine the next steps, such as surgery, biopsy, or continued monitoring.
Side effects of ultrasound in pets are rare. However, possible side effects could include minor discomfort during the procedure or a temporary skin irritation.
Ultrasound
Ultrasound imaging, involves exposing parts of the body to high-frequency sound waves to produce pictures of the inside of the body. Ultrasound exams do not expose the patient to radiation, and are used to visualize body parts in real-time.
What is an AFAST Ultrasound?
The focused assessment with sonography for trauma (FAST) ultrasound is a 2-3 minute non- invasive procedure that detects the presence of fluid in the abdominal cavity to allow for rapid therapeutic intervention, this includes the 4 quadrants of the abdomen. (e.g., fluid resuscitation, abdominocentesis, cytology, clinicopathologic testing)
What is the difference between an AFAST Ultrasound and an Ultrasound performed by a Board Certified Internal Medicine Ultrasonographer?
While an AFAST US is great for finding immediate concerns, an ultrasound performed by a Board Certified Internist is also a non-invasive imaging technique that allows your vet to see a pet’s internal organs and structure. An internal medicine ultrasound can help identify the location, size, and shape of a mass, swelling, or pain in your dog’s abdomen and can help evaluate your dog for a variety of other health issues, such as chronic infections, kidney problems, or urinary tract abnormalities. This can help your veterinarian determine the next steps, such as surgery, biopsy, or continued monitoring.
Side effects of ultrasound in pets are rare. However, possible side effects could include minor discomfort during the procedure or a temporary skin irritation.