Computed Tomography (CT)

Computed tomography (CT) is a non-invasive imaging method that uses a rotating X-ray beam and computer analysis to produce detailed, cross-sectional images. One of the technology’s main advantages is its rapidity: medical imaging specialists can conduct a CT scan on a patient in a matter of minutes.

Medical imaging specialists often use CT technology to:

• quickly assess a serious fracture in an animal’s spine or cranium
• identify nasal, ear, sinus or dental diseases in animals
• investigate a patient’s lung or thoracic spine for potential tumours
• develop specific radiation therapy plans for veterinary oncology patients.

The CT scanner is part of the WCVM Veterinary Medical Centre's Medical Imaging Department that provides expertise and technology for the centre's Small Animal Clinic and Large Animal Clinic. CT technology is available to large and small animal patients at the WCVM Veterinary Medical Centre.

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