Peer-reviewed veterinary case report
Ultrasonographic diagnosis of aorto-iliac thrombosis.
- Journal:
- The Cornell veterinarian
- Year:
- 1985
- Authors:
- Tithof, P K et al.
- Species:
- horse
Plain-English summary
In a recent case, a 3-year-old Standardbred gelding (a type of horse) was diagnosed with aorto-iliac thrombosis, which means there was a blood clot in a major artery. The veterinarians used a special ultrasound machine that is usually non-invasive, only needing a rectal exam to get clear images of the blood vessels. This method is easier and less risky compared to the traditional arteriography, which is more complicated and invasive. This study highlights the effectiveness of using ultrasound for this type of diagnosis, showing that it can be a valuable tool for veterinarians.
Abstract
A linear array 5 mHz ultrasonic scanner was used to diagnose aorto-iliac thrombosis in a 3 year old Standardbred gelding. There are no reports in the literature of utilization of ultrasonography for visualization of an aortic thrombus. The technique is fairly non-invasive, requiring only a rectal examination with a linear array probe. Arteriography is the only other method described for actual visualization of a thrombus. This procedure is technically difficult and highly invasive.
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