An Overview of Abdominal Ultrasound

When it comes to pets, it is important to make sure they have the best healthcare possible. This means looking for an animal hospital that possesses the latest diagnostic tools and equipment. That is where we come in. At Rocky Mountain Veterinary Ultrasound, we work hard to make sure that your pets are well taken care of. We are here to serve the individuals and families of the Steamboat Springs area. If your pet is in need of healthcare, rely on us to help you.

How Does Ultrasound Work?

Ultrasound generates an image using sound waves. During an ultrasound procedure, our professionals at Rocky Mountain Veterinary Ultrasound will take a small probe called a transducer. This transducer emits sound waves from the front. Then, these sound waves will pass through your pet’s body in a harmless, painless manner. One of the main benefits of using ultrasound is that it requires no radiation.

The ultrasound machine will generate an image based on the various densities of the material through which it passes. Sound waves move more quickly through solid materials than light materials. Therefore, solid material (such as bone) is going to show up white while lighter material (such as liquid) will show up dark. This is used to help us get a picture of what is happening underneath the surface of the skin.

What Problems Can Abdominal Ultrasound Detect?

One of the main ways that we can apply ultrasound is to the abdomen. The abdomen is a large space with numerous organs. One of the potential issues we might detect is something called a cyst. A cyst is a pocket of fluid that grows gradually over time. In some cases, the liquid inside of the cyst might be infected with disease. In this case, we call this an abscess. Both of these issues can be detected using ultrasound.

We can also use abdominal ultrasound to detect tumors. While we might not be able to tell if the tumor is benign or malignant using ultrasound, we will be able to use this image to help a surgeon remove it.

Trust the Professionals at Rocky Mountain Veterinary Ultrasound

At Rocky Mountain Veterinary Ultrasound, we work hard to make sure that your pet is well taken care of. We can use our ultrasound tools to make sure that any and all issues are detected. We provide the compassionate care that you and your pet deserve. If you would like to learn more about how we can help you, please contact your local veterinarian today to make an appointment. It would be our honor to help you and your pet with your healthcare needs.