Comparative Imagery

Urine Crystals in Dogs & Cats

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Susan E. Fielder, January 17, 2010

Microscopic examination of urine sediment should be included as part of a complete urinalysis.

Differentiation of Reptilian Parasites & Pseudoparasites

Comments (1)
Kevin Wright, December 10, 2009

Reptiles are hosts to a variety of parasites, many of which can be recognized by the clinician who is able to identify mammalian parasites.

Feline Facial Dermatoses Challenge

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Gail A. Kunkle, March 2006

Skin conditions involving the head and face of the cat can look similar but have very different causes.

Feline Heartworm Infection

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Clarke E. Atkins, July 2004

In addition to serologic tests, thoracic radiography and cardiac ultrasonography are important diagnostic tests in feline heartworm infection.

Differentiation of Parasites & Pseudoparasites

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Araceli Lucio-Forster, April 2009

Identifying stages of parasites in samples prepared from fecal specimens is important for the proper diagnosis of parasitic infections.

Orbital Imaging Techniques

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Jean Stiles, November 2007

Orbital masses, including tumors and abscesses, can be difficult to detect with traditional radiography. Orbital ultrasonography can depict masses and differentiate fluid from solid tissue, while CT and MRI can further define the extent of a mass within the orbit and adjacent structures. CT is most helpful for delineating bony destruction associated with an orbital mass.

Canine Pododermatoses Challenge

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Gail A. Kunkle, October 2006

Skin diseases of the feet and claws in dogs often look very similar and can be frustrating to diagnose.

Canine Facial Dermatoses Challenge

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Gail A. Kunkle, July 2006

Skin conditions involving the face of dogs can look similar but have very different causes.

The Red Eye

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Michael H. Brown, October 2007

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Animals are frequently presented with the chief complaint of having a "red eye." Redness typically represents inflammation of the ocular tissues, which may be a normal variant or require topical therapy or emergency surgery.

Canine Alopecic Dermatoses

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Linda A. Frank, June 2008

Alopecia is a common clinical presentation in dogs. It has many causes, including traumatic, inflammatory, and noninflammatory conditions. While close inspection can determine to which category an alopecic condition belongs, a diagnosis can rarely be made without determining signalment and history and performing diagnostic tests. 

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