Reproductive System Ultrasonography in Small Animals

Reproductive System Ultrasonography in Small Animals is a detailed and practical diagnostic guide tailored for veterinary professionals involved in the imaging and care of canine and feline reproductive systems. This essential volume offers a structured and clinically focused approach to ultrasonographic assessment of male and female reproductive anatomy.
Spanning both genders, the book thoroughly covers the testes, epididymis, spermatic cords, prostate, penis, prepuce, and scrotum in males, as well as the ovaries, uterine horns and body, cervix, vagina, mammary glands, placenta, and fetuses in females. Each section is carefully organized to include normal anatomy, expected ultrasonographic features, and typical pathological conditions such as neoplasia, cysts, inflammation, and congenital anomalies.
This guide not only teaches how to obtain high-quality diagnostic images through proper patient preparation, probe selection, positioning, and technique, but also offers critical insight into the interpretation of findings. With emphasis on breed, age, and physiological variation, readers are equipped to confidently distinguish normal from abnormal and make informed differential diagnoses.
From fertility evaluations and breeding soundness exams to pregnancy monitoring and disease detection, this book provides practical tools for real-world clinical application. Advanced imaging recommendations and guidance on when to pursue further diagnostics (such as biopsy or FNA) make this a comprehensive resource for managing both common and complex reproductive cases.