Advanced Imaging at OAESH

Ottawa Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital | Specialty | Advanced Imaging

At Ottawa Animal Emergency & Specialty Hospital (OAESH), our team uses state-of-the-art imaging services to provide accurate, timely diagnoses for pets with a wide range of health concerns. Our advanced diagnostic tools allow veterinarians to identify and monitor diseases quickly, supporting precise treatment plans that improve your pet’s quality of life.

Our facility offers:

Digital radiographic imaging (X-ray)
Ultrasound imaging (echography)
CT-Scan (computed tomography)

Whether for emergency evaluation or ongoing monitoring, OAESH ensures your pet receives thorough, compassionate, and expert care.

Digital Radiographic Imaging (X-Ray)

Digital radiography is an essential tool for diagnosing many conditions in pets. Our X-ray services include:

Upper and lower limb radiographs for bone, intervertebral disc, or joint lesions
Neck radiographs for upper respiratory tract conditions, including tracheal, laryngeal, or esophageal injuries
Thoracic radiographs (3 views) for lungs, heart, and blood vessels
Abdominal radiographs (3 views) for stomach, intestines, liver, spleen, kidneys, bladder, and tumors

Our digital radiography system produces highly detailed images quickly. Images can be computer-enhanced for optimal diagnostic clarity and saved to CD-ROM or USB for your records. All emergency radiographs are reviewed by board-certified ACVR radiologists, and an official report is included with your pet’s medical record.

Ultrasound Imaging (Echography)

Our veterinary ultrasound allows precise, real-time evaluation of thoracic and abdominal organs, helping detect fluid accumulation, masses, or other abnormalities. Ultrasound is frequently used to:

Assess abdominal organs and thoracic structures
Perform fine-needle aspirates of masses or lesions for diagnostic purposes
Obtain sterile urine samples for bacterial culture in suspected urinary infections

Most ultrasound procedures require mild sedation to ensure accurate assessment and safe sampling. Ultrasound provides a non-invasive, highly informative method to support diagnosis and treatment planning.

CT-Scan (Computed Tomography)

CT scanning is performed under general anesthesia or heavy sedation and offers high-resolution imaging of complex structures. CT scans are particularly useful for:

Evaluating complex fractures and vertebral disc herniation
Diagnosing nasal cavity or chronic ear conditions
Pre-surgical evaluation of masses
Whole-body imaging for cancer staging

CT allows our specialists to visualize intricate anatomy that may not be captured with X-ray or ultrasound, aiding in accurate diagnoses and treatment planning.

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Please note the following preparation instructions:

Canine: If appropriate, please give your patient a sedating dose of gabapentin and trazadone (together) 2-3 hours prior to their visit
Feline: If appropriate, please give your patient a sedating dose of gabapentin the evening before, and 2-3 hours prior to their visit.
Please give your patient a dose of Cerenia 2-3 hours prior to their visit.
Additional sedation is used at the time of the ultrasound procedure in order to obtain good images, and it is highly recommended that recent bloodwork has been performed prior to the procedure to allow us to accurately plan an appropriate protocol for each pet.
No food for 12 hrs prior to ultrasound, water is encouraged. If a full bladder is required for the appointment, please discourage urination for 1.5 hours prior to visit.
The patient will be shaved for the procedure.