The fact that 9 animals were classified incorrectly in groups (six in group II and three in group III), is explained by the fact that the original classification was based on clinical findings, radiographic imaging and the history of the animal, as well as
on echocardiography, so the results may reflect the limitations of this qualitative analysis.
Its diagnosis remains based
on echocardiography and clinical signs.
On echocardiography, right heart pathology was mainly observed — including a distended right atrium and ventricle, dilated pulmonary artery and evidence of pulmonary hypertension, as well as many tubular echoic structures in the lumen of the main pulmonary artery, typically identified as adult parasites.
Not exact matches
Some physician - scientists — including me — solve this piece of the puzzle by focusing their clinical work
on a skill or procedure that clearly delineates their responsibilities — e.g.,
echocardiography or colonoscopy.
To better understand the impact of a bariatric operation and weight loss
on heart health, the researchers compared preoperative and postoperative
echocardiography readings.
The diagnosis of HW disease in cats is based
on historical and physical findings, index of suspicion, thoracic radiographs,
echocardiography, and serology.
We have done regular monthly rechecks
on the patient with
echocardiography and X-rays since then and now six months later Arthur is doing great, no drugs or any supportive therapy needed.
Dr. Hoolihan has trained extensively
on ultrasound and
echocardiography in specialty hospitals and with our local mobile radiologist.
The decision as to whether to start heart medications in a cat with HCM before symptoms develop is often based
on the results of the
echocardiography, chest x-rays and ECG.
The main limitation with
echocardiography is that is does not give any reliable information
on the present of pulmonary edema and so can not replace radiographs for the definitive diagnosis of left - sided heart failure.
Long Island City Veterinary Center is up - to - date
on the latest in
echocardiography technologies.