ABOUT THE COURSE:
Veterinary diagnostic imaging plays a vital role in the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases and conditions in animals. Diagnostic imaging allows veterinarians to non-invasively visualize internal structures, making it an essential tool for veterinary medicine.
Veterinary diagnostic imaging refers to the use of various imaging modalities to produce visual representations of an animal's internal structures. These modalities include:
1. Radiography (X-ray): Uses ionizing radiation to produce images of bones, lungs, and other internal structures.
2. Ultrasonography (Ultrasound): Employs high-frequency sound waves to produce images of internal organs and tissues.
3. Computed Tomography (CT): Uses X-rays and computer technology to produce detailed cross-sectional images of internal structures.
4. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI): Utilizes magnetic fields and radio waves to produce detailed images of internal structures, particularly soft tissues.
5. Nuclear Medicine: Involves the use of small amounts of radioactive materials to visualize internal structures and functions.
In this introduction to basics in veterinary diagnostic imaging, we will explore the fundamental principles of various imaging modalities, their applications, and the importance of diagnostic imaging in veterinary medicine.
INTENDED AUDIENCE: The course is intended to enlighten the veterinarians and veterinary students on the aspect of basics of veterinary diagnostic imaging.
PREREQUISITES: Bachelor’s degree in Veterinary Sciences and Animal Husbandry and students of BVSc and AH
INDUSTRY SUPPORT: Universities, private veterinary clinics and hospitals
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