Quantitative ultrasound of kidneys, liver and spleen: A comparison between mules and horses

An ultrasonographic evaluation of the renal morphology is subjective in veterinary science. The echogenicity and echotexture are compared among the cortex, medulla, liver and spleen. The purpose of this study was to quantify the renal echogenicity and echotexture of healthy adult horses and mules. An ultrasonographic examination was performed on 12 horses and 12 mules to obtain bidimensional images of the renal cortex, renal medulla, liver and spleen. These images were analyzed using a gray-level histogram to obtain the quantitative values of echogenicity, echotexture and the proportions of each region.
Source: Journal of Equine Veterinary Science - Category: Veterinary Research Authors: Source Type: research