Welcome to the ImageWorks Veterinary Education Section

ImageWorks is pleased to present viewers with our Veterinary Education page. This page allows us to bring you current and relevant information about our products, their usage and some of the top-notch veterinarians that utilize our products. We hope that you will find these pages helpful.

Case Studies

Digital VetTek CCD Case Study - Asthma Cat

"Nesa", a 7 year old feline presented for funny breathing and coughing that was now getting worse. An indoor cat only, Nesa had no known trauma. Quieter than her usual self, Nesa had a moderate increase of respiratory effort. Upon examination, Nesa's lung fields sounded fairly quiet with the right side quieter than the left, with no wheezes or crackles.

Chest rads were performed using the AFP Digital VetTek CCD. The original concern was toxoplasma, blastomycosis, neoplasia, or rodenticide exposure. Clindamycin therapy was started, and IgG and IgM toxo titers were submitted. Nesa was hospitalized for observation, given oxygen when needed and put on exercise confinement. When it was returned a few hours after submission, the rad report showed chronic allergic bronchitis and less likely an infectious diagnosis. Prednisone and theophylline were started immediately. Nesa did well through the night.
This lateral pre-operative radiograph shows the severity of the original fracture.

By the next morning, Nesa was back to her normal grouchy self, she had a mild increase in respiratory effort but was much improved from the day before. Prednisone and theophylline were continued and the owner was set up with an Aerokat chamber. Flovent was ordered to start Nesa on an asthma inhaler. Fortunately for Nesa, this disease is manageable. But she will remain in medication for the remainder of her life.

Thirteen days later, the finalized Toxo titer results came back negative, confirming the diagnosis once and for all.

Case study courtesy of Cynthia Pratt DVM, Lamoille Valley Veterinary Services, Hyde Park, VT
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Harley's Heart

Harley the doberman, a male approximately 4 years old, was presented to Jamul Veterinary Hospital on the outskirts of San Diego, with symptoms of lethargy. These symptoms are atypical for a such a young dog.

After the initial scan with ImageWorks' CCD digital imaging system, it was easy to see that Harley's heart was considerably enlarged, with most of the enlargement in the atrium's both left and right.

This in turn, caused fluid to be forced into Harley's lung tissue making it difficult for him to breath. It was easy to see how weary Harley was by how easy it was to manipulate him onto his back.

Unfortunately, Harley was diagnosed with severe congestive heart failure that is most likely incurable.

In The Jungle...

Maybe not the wild jungle, but see the ImageWorks Image Vet in use for a routine checkup at a safari-themed Family Entertainment Park. Routine checkups are important for dogs and cats, as well as lions for the prevention of dental issues. ImageWorks digital dental equipment is ideal for preventative screening.

Featured Veterinary Centers

There are a number of specialty veterinary clinics, hospitals and training centers across the country. ImageWorks is thrilled to present some that we think deserve special recognition.

The Animal Dental Training Center

The Animal Dental Center (ADTC) provides specialty pet dental care using the latest techniques in veterinary dentistry and oral surgery. Opening in 2000, the center's primary goal is to benefit your pet's well being and improve their general health. The Animal Dental Training Center, has fulfilled one of Dr. Ira R. Luskin's professional missions, to create a permanent learning environment to foster dental education for veterinarians and technicians. This is one of the premier Veterinary Dental training facilities in the world.

Sensor Placement

EVA Vet digital dental radiology equipment produces high resolution, diagnostic quality images. Superior equipment is a critical part of obtaining the best possible images, but proper sensor placement is also an important factor.

As a best practice, the EVA Vet cord should always point rostral (toward the nose of the patient) for optimal placement of the image into ProImage software. Correct sensor placement is key to taking good X-rays and is often over looked.

The following images show the EVA Vet sensor and the proper sensor placement for each corresponding tooth. Scroll over the image to view the tooth name. ImageWorks recommends and offers extensive hands-on training for sensor placement, call us for more details.

View past cases and information in our

The Evolution of Veterinary Imaging

Understanding the benefits of digital radiology.

ImageWorks has been focused on providing superior diagnostic systems to the veterinary community for 30 years. As a result, we're ideally positioned to provide you with the imaging equipment necessary to meet any need or budget.

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Chest rads were performed using the AFP Digital VetTek CCD. The original concern was toxoplasma, blastomycosis, neoplasia, or rodenticide exposure. Clindamycin therapy was started, and IgG and IgM toxo titers were submitted. Nesa was hospitalized for observation, given oxygen when needed and put on exercise confinement. When it was returned a few hours after submission, the rad report showed chronic allergic bronchitis and less likely an infectious diagnosis. Prednisone and theophylline were started immediately. Nesa did well through the night. This lateral pre-operative radiograph shows the severity of the original fracture.
	By the next morning, Nesa was back to her normal grouchy self, she had a mild increase in respiratory effort but was much improved from the day before. Prednisone and theophylline were continued and the owner was set up with an Aerokat chamber. Flovent was ordered to start Nesa on an asthma inhaler. Fortunately for Nesa, this disease is manageable. But she will remain in medication for the remainder of her life.
Thirteen days later, the finalized Toxo titer results came back negative, confirming the diagnosis once and for all.

Harley the doberman, a male approximately 4 years old, was presented to Jamul Veterinary Hospital on the outskirts of San Diego, with symptoms of lethargy. These symptoms are atypical for a such a young dog.
	After the initial scan with ImageWorks' CCD digital imaging system, it was easy to see that Harley's heart was considerably enlarged, with most of the enlargement in the atrium's both left and right.
This in turn, caused fluid to be forced into Harley's lung tissue making it difficult for him to breath. It was easy to see how weary Harley was by how easy it was to manipulate him onto his back.
	Unfortunately, Harley was diagnosed with severe congestive heart failure that is most likely incurable.

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