This manual is designed to serve as a guide for the clinical veterinarian to perform radiographs on horses. Every area of the horse is included, from the most common (helmet or giblet) to the most difficult (the spine, thorax or abdomen).
A Practical Guide to Equine Radiography is designed to accompany the clinical veterinarian either within a hospital setting or out in the field. The handbook offers an informative step-by-step guide to obtaining high quality radiographs, consistently. Each chapter focuses on a separate region of the horse, offering tailored material in a clear and concise way - suitable for accessing as use of a reference. This manuel offers a comprehensive guide to taking radiographs by including: clinical indications for the radiographic area of interest; equipment required; preparation and setup, with photographs; projections suitable for the radiographic area of interest, with photographs; example x-ray with labels; and three-dimensional image to demonstrate normal anatomy. This book is an essential tool for all practicing equine veterinarians and students alike.