Abstract

Advancement in diagnostic imaging techniques in veterinary medicine

Authors: Mehroz Latif, Muhammad Saad Arshad, Muhammad Usman, Muhammad Mobashar, Zahid Wali, Haseeb Ashraf, Tanveer Ahmad, Muhammad Adnan Sabir Mughal

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.71081/cvj/2024.015

Abstract
The early and precise diagnosis of the diseases is facilitated by diagnostic imaging in veterinary medicine. This promotes the effective care of the patient. This review article investigates the historical evolution of veterinary diagnostic imaging. This evolution spans from the emergence of X-rays in the 19th century to modern techniques like magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), computed tomography (CT), and ultrasonography. Where traditional radiography continues to form a keystone, the dawn of digital radiography is a revolution in better image quality, accessibility, and post-processing. Nowadays, ultrasonography is an underlined tool in the examination of abdominal organs, reproductive health, and soft tissue injuries in a wide variety of animal species. At the same time, CT and MRI have gained advanced diagnostic competencies. They provide the well-exposed views of internal anatomy, thus permitting the diagnosis of complex diseases. New techniques such as nuclear scintigraphy, positron emission tomography, optical coherence tomography, and micro-computed tomography continue to widen diagnostic horizons. AI in veterinary radiography can improve diagnostic accuracy, efficiency, and consistency by image analysis through machine learning models that identify abnormalities and standardize interpretations. It serves as educational tools for the upgradation of the skills of professionals involved and integrate with other technologies. Despite these successes, cost constraints, limited expertise, and specialized equipment requirements are continual challenges. By implementing these innovative technologies, clinical diagnosis can be significantly improved, and, finally, health and welfare for different species of animals enhanced

Keywords: Diagnostic imaging, Patient care X-rays Computed tomography