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Ultrasound

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          Ultrasound is a safe, non-invasive diagnostic procedure, which, unlike X-rays, does not result in your pet’s exposure to radiation. An ultrasound machine uses sound waves to penetrate the internal organs and creates an image that is displayed on a monitor. The procedure involves using a hand-held probe on the skin above the area being studied.


Echocardiogram
          An ultrasound of the heart, or echocardiogram, is the most useful test for evaluating a heart murmur in a pet. With ultrasound, a veterinarian can look inside the heart, in the chambers, and visualize the valves. This non-surgical test can rule out or confirm a diagnosis and aid in determining the amount of leakage and the severity of an abnormality.
 
Some of the common reasons to ultrasound a heart are:
  • Heart murmur
  • Irregular heartbeats (arrhythmia)
  • Labored breathing
  • Birth defects

Abdominal Ultrasound
          Abdominal ultrasound simplifies the diagnoses of internal disease by providing veterinarians with a clear view inside the patient’s stomach, liver, kidneys, and other internal organs. It consists of 65 images of the internal organs! For our furry patients, this means we will have the pet lie in a trough-shaped mat; most patients are very cooperative for this procedure and do not require sedation. The pet should be fasted for 12 hours prior and the abdomen will be shaved.
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Some of the common reasons to ultrasound the abdomen are:
  • Liver disease
  • Kidney disease
  • Pregnancy
  • Urinary bladder disease
  • Collection of sterile urine samples
  • Screening for cancer
 
          While several of our veterinarians are skilled in the use of the ultrasound equipment, Sarah has received advanced training and is a Certified Veterinary Ultrasonographer. In order to schedule an ultrasound, please call our office at 937-372-6391 for a consultation appointment.

Office Hours

Monday 8:30 am - 6 pm  
Tuesday 8:30 am - 6 pm  
Wednesday 8:30 am - 6 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 6 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 6 pm 
Saturday 8:30 am - 1 pm 
Sunday Closed     
Please call ahead for an appointment.
Urgent Care Walk-ins are accepted:

Monday - Friday
10 am - 12 pm
3 pm - 5 pm
 Saturday 
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10 am - 12 pm


Urgent Care Walk-ins are intended for ill or injured pets. Please schedule an appointment for routine care, including multiple pet visits.
Phone 937-372-6391
Fax 937-372-6465
Request Appointment by email 
10 Kinsey Road
Xenia, Ohio 45385
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Meet our Team
    • Doctor Schedule
    • Our History
    • Clinic Tour
    • Testimonials
  • Services
    • Sports Medicine & Rehab
    • Diagnostics >
      • Ultrasound
      • Laboratory
      • Radiology (X-rays)
    • Surgery
    • Dental Care
    • Pain Management
    • Nutritional Counseling
    • Cat Boarding
  • Pricing
  • Preventive Care
    • Wellness
    • Puppy & Kitten Care
    • Parasite Prevention
    • Microchipping
  • Senior Care
  • End of Life Care
  • Certified Cat Friendly Practice
  • Links
  • Pharmacy & Payment Options
  • Contact
  • Employment Opportunities
    • RVT
    • Receptionist
    • Assistant