Digital Radiography (referred to as x-ray machines) provide us with the latest in veterinary medicine diagnosis. Providing real-time results, in a manner which is less stressful for your pet. Read more...

The benefits of using digital technology are widespread and include:-

• The process of taking x-rays is quicker and less stressful for a pet. One of the reasons for this is we can now take less exposures because specialised computer software will allow us to look at an image on a computer monitor in different views (i.e. magnify on specific body parts instead of taking more exposures using the radiograph machine).
• No processing delays - the results are available very shortly after exposure.
• Pet owners can take home a copy of the radiographic images on disc for future reference.
• Staff are no longer exposed to processing chemicals. The absence of processing chemicals also has a positive impact on the environment.
• Images can easily be saved to a patients history (computer records) and accessed by all Vetwest clinics, as well as in future years.
• Results can be easily emailed to specialists should the need arise.

Below are examples of digital x-rays. On the left you can see a metal plate and screws have been used to repair the fractured femoral (leg) bone that is shown on the right. On the right x-ray you can also see very clearly the major abdominal organs (below the backbone).