Diagnostic imaging
Abstract
Diagnostic imaging is an essential part of most disease investigations in guinea pigs. The ability to view lesions in both hard and soft tissues can facilitate diagnosis and prognosis, as well as being important in surgical planning. This chapter covers the three main modalities used in veterinary medicine: radiography, ultrasonography and computed tomography (CT). Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is considered only briefly, as its use in this species is still not widespread. This chapter focuses on non-dental imaging; dental imaging is covered in Chapter 10.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Veterinary Medicine and Surgery
Veterinary Orthopedics and Neurology
Veterinary Pharmacology and Anesthesia
Publication details
- Journal / source
- British Small Animal Veterinary Association eBooks
- Pages
- 88–102
- Publication date
- 1 January 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter