Digital Radiography
Abraham's Equine Clinic has upgraded computed radiology to a digital imaging system. Radiographs are taken with the same machine, but the image is generated with an amorphous selenium plate. The image is then sent from the plate to the computer. Processing time for the image is by no contest quicker at a rapid speed of 5 seconds. Images show crisp detail along with clear distinction of joints. Once the image is on the computer it can be manipulated to highlight certain structures, magnify an area of interest, enhance edges and more. In fact, some lesions have been seen with digital imaging that would have been missed by using conventional film.
The digital images are more easily, stored, shared and transferred than conventional film. Digital imaging can be stored on a disc or a computer. This simplifies the filing of images and reduces the risk of lost of misplaced films. Images can be sent to a variety of film or laser printers. The digital images are easily transferred electronically by e-mail or the internet. In fact, more than one person can view the image at the same time at different locations and discuss the case. This allows for increased interaction with a referring veterinarian.
We have invested in this new technology to provide our clients with the best service that we can. One of our goals at Abraham's Equine Clinic is to continue to move forward with the ever advancing equine medical field.
