This one-hour lecture for small animal veterinarians will discuss the use of abdominal ultrasound by the general practitioner, addressing those types of cases typically encountered in daily practice, including: elevated liver enzymes, polyuria vs pollakiuria, chronic vomiting, and the acutely unwell cat. This discussion will be presented in ‘case-based’ format, with a brief review of ultrasound technique, ultrasonography equipment, and normal anatomy included. The goal of this discussion is to provide the general practitioner with a step-wise approach for implementing abdominal ultrasonography into the work-up of their small animal cases.

Mackenzie Hallman, DVM, DACVR