Imaging and Radiology
Advanced Diagnostic Tools & Technology
Radiography is a valuable diagnostic tool in veterinary medicine. As we continually strive to offer the highest quality medicine and diagnostic testing, Otterkill Animal Hospital is pleased to offer pet radiology services in Campbell Hall, Montgomery, and the surrounding areas as a means of providing excellent care to our patients.
If your pet needs diagnostic imaging services, book an appointment with us by calling (845) 427-2854.
The Benefits & Uses of Radiography
A radiograph (sometimes called an x-ray) is a type of photograph that can look inside the body and reveal information that may not be discernible from the outside. Radiography can be used to evaluate almost any organ in the body, including the heart, lungs, and abdominal organs, as well as the bones.
Radiography is painless, safe, and completely non-invasive. It uses only very low doses of radiation. Because the level of radiation exposure needed to perform radiography is very low, even pregnant females and very young pets can safely undergo radiography.
Radiographs can be used to evaluate bones as well as the size, shape, and position of many of the body’s organs. The size of organs is important because some medical conditions — such as kidney, heart, or liver disease — can alter the size of these organs. The shape and position of organs can be altered or distorted by certain medical conditions, including intestinal blockage or cancer. Depending on their size and location, tumors can sometimes be detected using radiography. Radiography can also be used to diagnose bladder stones, broken bones, chronic arthritis, certain spinal cord diseases, and a variety of other conditions.
How we approach Radiology
Radiographs are an important tool that can help us make an accurate diagnosis of your pet’s condition. We make the decision to utilize radiographs after thorough physical examination and recommendation by a doctor.
Our radiology service is staffed by caring, skilled professionals who provide state-of-the-art care with compassion. Your pet’s comfort is important to us throughout the process. We use methods of low-stress handling to obtain radiographs, however, some patients may need sedation in order to take diagnostic images, or to reduce pain in the case of a suspected injury.
Call (845) 427-2854 now to book an examination. We do not directly book radiology and imaging services without physical examination and subsequent recommendation.