DIAGNOSTIC IMAGING IN VETERINARY MEDICINE: ADVANCES AND FUTURE PERSPECTIVES

Abstract

Since their introduction in Veterinary Medicine, imaging exams have promoted a true revolution in the sector, allowing the production of moving images of animal structures and organs in real time. Diagnostic imaging technology has advanced significantly, driven by technological evolution, and reflected in several fields of activity in Veterinary Medicine. The objective of this article is to discuss these advances and the future perspectives for veterinary imaging, in addition to evaluating the impacts of these innovations on the clinical routine of small animals. Among the diagnostic methods that have been highlighted, ultrasonography with contrast by microbubbles and elastography represent remarkable advances. These technologies not only expand the possibilities for early diagnosis and treatment, but also emphasize the importance of continuous evolution in veterinary practice. Although the literature on these methods is still scarce, the number of reports and studies is growing rapidly, which indicates a promising future for these techniques.