These tests might include x-rays to
identify bladder stones, an ultrasound of the bladder because some stones don't show up on x-rays, or a special dye study of the bladder.
An X-ray or ultrasound is done to
identify bladder stones; tumors can be seen with ultrasound or x-rays done with air or dye in the bladder.
Not exact matches
X-rays are used to evaluate bones for fracture, the size and shape of organs,
identify some foreign objects in the intestines or
stones in the
bladder.
They will give your veterinarian some extremely important information such as
identifying free fluid in the abdomen, large masses on the spleen,
stones in the
bladder, etc..
Bladder stones can be composed of a variety of minerals, including struvite, calcium oxalate, and urate, and treatment recommendations will vary based on which type of
stone is
identified.
Most
bladder stones are obvious on radiographs and as soon as they are
identified, appropriate treatment can be initiated.
We can
identify and sometimes remove kidney and
bladder stones.
It's most common cause when a cause can be
identified is some type of
bladder stone blocking the urethra.
Also, a urinalysis can
identify crystals, which can help diagnose
bladder stones.
In this talk you will learn how to recognize early signs of cognitive dysfunction,
identify «brain» foods to boost immune systems, look for warning signs of urinary infections,
bladder stones and other issues from the litter box and outside potty breaks, and finally
identify ways to aid senior pets with mobility issues.
This important tool can help us
identify fractures, dislocations,
bladder stones, enlarged organs, and lung and heart conditions as well as many other ailments.
That said, it may be possible to draw some conclusions about the composition of a
bladder stone based on
stone crystals
identified during the urinalysis.
It may also help to
identify concurrent problems such as
bladder stones, changes in appearance of the liver or metastasis from an adrenal tumor.
The first step in treating FLUTD is
identifying the cause of the symptoms; culprits include
bladder stones, infection, urinary tract blockage, and even cancer.
The urinalysis is often particularly informative for cases of pollakiuria as it can help uncover if the cause of the excess urine is related to the patient drinking too much water; this is done by measuring its specific gravity as well as by
identifying imbalances in the chemicals such as calcium and potassium that can lead to urinary or
bladder stones.
For other conditions the reason for the problem needs to be
identified such as
stones that block the
bladder or if a structural problem exists that needs to be corrected.