Sentences with phrase «of abdomen»

Other exams may include x-ray or ultrasound of the abdomen, EEG to evaluate brain waves, skull x-ray or head MRI, and a cerebrospinal fluid analysis if infection is suspected.

With many diseases that lead to distended abdomen, there is also an increase in the tenseness or firmness of the abdomen.

The physical examination comes next, which will usually include an overall health assessment, vital signs, behavior, and palpation of the abdomen.

Immediate veterinary care is required, and an examination will show an elevated body temperature, while palpation of her abdomen will reveal an enlarged uterus.

Another approach, cystourethropexy, is where the surgeon attaches the bladder to the wall of the abdomen.

Risk factors for stomach or abdominal problems include any dogs that take corticosteroids or anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs), eating garbage or other unusual foods (pancreatitis), eating a foreign body which causes an obstruction, injury to the abdomen and a hernia, which is a bulge in the wall of the abdomen.

A radiograph or an ultrasound of the abdomen can be very useful.

Some obstructions can be felt with gentle palpation of the abdomen.

Your vet will want to do a number of tests to aid in making a diagnosis, including blood tests, a urinalysis, x-rays of the chest and abdomen, an ultrasound of the abdomen, and perhaps a CT scan or MRI of the abdomen.

The veterinarian usually tacks the stomach to one wall of the abdomen, making it impossible for the stomach to rotate again.

The classic signs of bloat are restlessness, pacing, salivation, retching, attempts to vomit that are unproductive, and swelling of the abdomen.

There are sweat glands in the ears and on the undersides of the paws (none on the underside of the abdomen), but they have only a limited capacity to cool a dog down.

Answer: D. Dogs can not dissipate (release) heat through sweat glands on the underside of their abdomen.

We can also have a specialist come in for a comprehensive work - up of the abdomen as well as the chest.

Pieces may break off the shaggy surface of epithelial tumors and implant on the inner wall of the abdomen where they will continue to grow..

Body - The bearded dragon is supported by four stout legs and they have well - muscled flat bodies with a row of spikes that runs down each side of the abdomen.

X-rays of the abdomen to assess organ size and position and rule out obstruction, foreign body, or masses

Your cat will be anesthetized and the abdomen will be opened fully to allow surgical exploration of the abdomen.

We offer basic ultrasound of the abdomen, pregnancy check, and bladder here at our Sun Prairie clinic.

The vet may also point out other signs to you such as bluish coloring of the gum or swelling especially of the abdomen.

Another approach to bypass urethral obstruction is to place a cystotomy tube (small diameter tube that goes from the bladder through the wall of the abdomen to the outside) to allow emptying of the bladder.

They are deep inside the bitch and hang from the top of the abdomen.

This can result in fat, intestines and even internal organs falling out of the abdomen and protruding beneath the skin.

Several months later the owners noticed again swelling of the abdomen and the dog collapsed after exercise.

It is an area of muscle in the center of the abdomen that is covered by a tough layer of tissue.

German Shepherd Dogs can experience bloat, a sudden and life - threatening swelling of the abdomen, and owners should educate themselves about its symptoms and what to do should bloat occur.

An infected dog will show some signs such as heavy or difficult breathing, fatigue, weight loss, chronic coughing, and swelling of the abdomen.

Like many dogs, both purebred and not, Bullmastiffs can develop cancer as well as bloat, a sudden and life - threatening swelling of the abdomen; owners should educate themselves about its symptoms and what to do should bloat occur.

Ultrasound the non-invasive evaluation of the abdomen, internal organs, and heart through the use of sound waves

Our radiologist has an office in Grover Beach where he performs ultrasounds of the abdomen and the chest when indicated.

Abdominal Ultrasound Ultrasound of the abdomen can be performed on site at Rivergate to add in the accurate diagnosis of abdominal problems.

Ultrasound is an excellent tool which can identify fine lesions involving structures of the abdomen and chest.

Multiple problems can result including constipation and distension of the abdomen.

The leakage of intestinal contents into the abdomen and subsequent sepsis and peritonitis is always a risk during intestinal surgery, although meticulous care and adequate flushing of the abdomen usually prevent these.

Surgery is used to diagnose and treat multiple medical problems including trauma, cancer, congenital malformations, infections and inflammations of the abdomen, chest cavity, and skeleton.

Like other large, deep - chested breeds, Irish Setters can experience bloat, a sudden and life - threatening swelling of the abdomen; owners should educate themselves about its symptoms and what to do should bloat occur.

Chest x-rays allow your veterinarian to evaluate the lungs and heart, as well as portions of the spine, trachea, esophagus, and sometimes even the first part of the abdomen.

An incision is made on the midline of the abdomen, and the three points where the ovaries and uterus attaches are tied off and cut.

The breed can experience bloat, a sudden and life - threatening swelling of the abdomen, and owners should educate themselves about its symptoms and what to do should bloat occur.

A pregnant hamster is usually pretty noticeable a couple of days before birth just by the sheer size of its abdomen.

If the umbilical ring does not close immediately after birth sometimes a little fatty tissue is trapped on the outside of the abdomen after the ring closes causing a bubble - like area where the umbilical cord was attached.

For instance, if there are crystals in the urine, your veterinarian may recommend X-rays of the abdomen in order to look for bladder stones.

This cuts off circulation and prevents blood from getting back to the heart from the rest of the abdomen and the rear legs.

The pancreas is a flat, thin organ located in the front of the abdomen of the dog, near the stomach, that contains two major types of cells.

Some warning signs for bloat are; swelling of the abdomen and abdominal pain, rapid breathing and excessive salivation.

The incidence of swelling of the abdomen or legs was low compared to other breeds - only 6 % of owners noticed this.

X-rays of the abdomen are capable of providing your veterinarian with valuable information concerning organs including the liver, spleen, bladder, kidneys, prostate, uterus, and others.

X-rays of the abdomen to survey organ size, shape, and positioning; also, to help detect foreign material and masses

First and foremost is a radiograph of the abdomen.

You may notice that they're using more of their abdomen when breathing or their neck is stretched out (as they're doing everything they can to get more oxygen).