Possibilities for computer tomography of the equine head based on two cases with a fracture of the base of the skull] |
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| Authors: | O Gardelle K Feige U Geissbühler H Geyer N Schmucker T Sydler B Kaser-Hotz |
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| Institution: | Abteilung für Bildgebende Diagnostik, Universit?t Zürich. |
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| Abstract: | For the past 2 years computed tomography is used at the Veterinary School, University of Zürich. This new imaging modality enables the detection of abnormalities occurring in small and large animals which were previously not visible with imaging techniques. Subjects of this study were a foal and a small pony, both with suspected head trauma. Routine radiography could not explain any of the neurological deficiencies. In the first case a basilar skull fracture along with a focal brain hemorrhage was detected, in the second case multiple basilar skull fractures were seen. The computed tomographic examination after intravenous injection of an iodine-containing contrast medium also revealed epidural hemorrhage. These two cases demonstrate the diagnostic use of computed tomography as an extremely valuable asset when diagnosing head trauma in horses. |
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