• 한국임상수의학회지
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• 제41권2호
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• pp.139-142
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• 2024

A wild Whooper swan (Cygnus Cygnus) with limping due to an injured left pelvic limb in an accident was rescued on the seashore and transferred to the Jeju Wildlife Rescue Center on November 23rd, 2020. On physical examination, its body condition score was 1 out of 5 due to starvation and dehydration. The left coxofemoral joint was also examined by careful palpating and estimating the damage. Moderated soft tissue swelling and crepitus surrounding the hip joint were confirmed. Radiography and computed tomography (CT) were used together for an accurate diagnosis of the joint. By radiographs readings, it was difficult to accurately confirm the condition of the proximal femur due to superimposition of the synsacrum and internal organs. However, signs such as avulsion fracture of the femoral head and a few fragments around the joint were revealed by CT imaging. Besides, through three-dimensional (3D) image analysis of CT, the dislocated area and condition of the left hip joint could be accurately and easily confirmed. The diagnostic process showing in this paper could be used as a good reference for diagnosing coxofemoral joint luxation in wild swan.

• 한국임상수의학회지
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• 제34권5호
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• pp.353-355
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• 2017

A four month old, intact female Jindo dog presented to the Veterinary Teaching Hospital of Kangwon National University with collapse. Physical examination revealed a heart rate of more than 200 beats per minute. Blood tests showed mild anemia and mild neutrophilia, while thoracic radiography and ultrasonography revealed no remarkable findings. Electrocardiography showed ventricular premature complexes (VPCs). The dog was diagnosed with congenital ventricular tachyarrhythmia. The condition was improved by lidocaine infusion. After 10 days, the dog was discharged from the hospital with a prescription of atenolol, pimobendan, diltiazem, furosemide, spironolactone, and L-carnitine. This dog is still alive after 31 months. However, progressive cardiac remodeling was confirmed on radiography and ultrasonography. Congenital ventricular tachyarrhythmia is rare in dogs, and the prognosis of reported cases is poor. This report describes the long-term successful management of a dog with congenital ventricular tachyarrhythmia.

• 한국동물위생학회지
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• 제47권1호
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• pp.1-7
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• 2024

Radiographic left atrial dimension (RLAD) is a valuable metric for assessing left atrial enlargement in dogs. While there have been studies on the use of RLAD and the increase in C-reactive protein (CRP) levels based on heart disease stages, there has been no prior research on the correlation between RLAD and CRP. In this study, the objective was to investigate the relationship between the rise in RLAD as myxomatous mitral valve disease (MMVD) stages advance and the increase in CRP levels with MMVD stage progression. In this study, a total of 30 small-breed dogs were included as subjects. These dogs were diagnosed with MMVD at the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) stage B1 or B2, or stage C, based on a comprehensive assessment including physical examination, thoracic radiography, and echocardiography. Measurements of VHS and RLAD were compared to assess any significant differences. There were significant differences in RLAD between dogs with MMVD ACVIM stage B1 and those with stage C. The monocytes and CRP levels showed significant differences between ACVIM stage B1, B2 and ACVIM C. Additionally, a significant correlation was observed between the RLAD and VHS measurements. This underscores the notable association between MMVD stage advancement and elevated monocyte and CRP levels. The RLAD scores exhibited a significant difference among dogs with ACVIM stages B1, B2, and C, and significant variations were also observed in monocyte and CRP levels. These results suggest that monocyte and CRP levels may be a valuable diagnostic indicator for heart disease in dogs during the diagnostic evaluation.

• 대한방사선기술학회지:방사선기술과학
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• 제38권4호
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• pp.375-381
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• 2015

디지털 방사선 시스템은 영상의학에서 큰 비중을 차지하고 있다. 잘못된 영상이 제공 된다면 이는 환자의 건강에 나쁜 영향을 줄 수 있기에, 올바른 디지털 방사선 영상이 제공되어야만 한다. 또한, artifact는 오진으로 이어질 수 있다. 디지털 방사선 시스템에서 발생하는 artifact를 종류별로 분석하여 그 결과 분석하였다. 본 연구에서 사용된 artifact는 서울의 종합병원 급 의료기관에서 2007년부터 2014년까지 수집된 자료들이다. 수집된 자료는 발생 원인별로 구별하여 그 원인을 분석하였다. artifact는 하드웨어적 artifact, 소프트웨어적 artifact, 사용자 오류, 시스템 artifact 및 기타로 구분하였다. 하드웨어적 artifact는 Ghost가 가장 빈번하게 관찰되었으며, 이는 신호의 잔류에 의한 것이다. 다음은 RF 잡음에 의한 오류, 장비 내 이물질에 의한 오류 순이다. 소프트웨어 artifact는 많은 원인이 있다. 부정확한 영상 교정에 의한 artifact가 가장 많았으며, EDR 인식오류, 접합면 처리 오류 등이 있으며, 소프트웨어 artifact는 매우 다양한 경향을 나타낸다. 사용자 오류는 디지털 의료 영상 시스템을 바르게 이해하지 못해 발생시킨 것들이 많았다. 아울러, 시스템 artifact는 DICOM 헤더 정보 오류, 압축 오류가 있다. 분명하게 나타나는 artifact는 재촬영의 원인이 되어 환자의 피폭을 증가시키고, 불분명하게 나타나는 artifact는 오진을 유발 시킬 수 있다. 따라서 방사선사에게서 이러한 artifact를 바로 구별 할 수 있는 능력이 요구 된다. 그러므로 artifact가 발생되는 원인과 그 특성을 분명하게 이해함으로 지속적인 교육과 안정적인 시스템 운영에 힘써야 할 것으로 사료된다.

• 대한수의학회지
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• 제47권3호
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• pp.349-356
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• 2007

Isolated splenic torsion is a rare disease, which is usually produced in deep-chest large breed dogs. A five-year old Pitbull terrier and a four-year old Yorkshire terrier were diagnosed as isolated splenic torsion with chronic form. Leukocytosis, anemia and elevated hepatic enzyme level were found in blood test and a large amount of ascites was observed. Abdominal radiography revealed splenomegaly and ascites and ultrasonography showed diffuse hypoechoic change of spleen in case 1 and hyperechoic change of spleen with focal hypoechoic regions in case 2, thromboembolism of splenic vein and abnormal direction of spleen. To identify the underlying disease of isolated splenic torsion, the histopathologic examination of excised spleen is essential and splenic neoplasia was found in case 2. Chronic isolated splenic torsion shows nonspecific clinical signs and laboratory results. Through diagnostic procedure, particularly ultrasonography, prompt diagnosis may be achieved and improve the prognosis of the patient.

• 대한수의학회지
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• 제59권4호
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• pp.223-226
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• 2019

A 7-year-old, spayed female Chihuahua with dyspnea, intermittent cyanosis, and dermal plaques was diagnosed with hyperadrenocorticism. Thoracic radiographs showed markedly hyperdense alveoli in multiple lung lobes. Computed tomography (CT) images showed lung mineralization confined to the lung parenchyma and pituitary macroadenoma. Pulmonary mineralization secondary to hyperadrenocorticism is commonly found on histopathologic examination. However, those lesions are rarely identified radiographically. We describe obvious pulmonary mineralization secondary to hyperadrenocorticism found on radiographs and present the first report regarding CT imaging of the mineralization. Pulmonary mineralization should be considered when a dog affected by hyperadrenocorticism shows diffuse lung mineralization on radiographs.

• 대한한의학회지
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• 제18권2호
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• pp.33-42
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• 1997

The authors studied the natural evaluation of lumbar soft disc herniation in 20 patients with lumbar radiculopathy that was successfully treated with conservative theraphy only. The first computed tomography (CT) examination was performed during the acute phase of the radiculopathy, and the second performed from 3 to 24 months after healing. The initial CT allowed classification of the herniations according to size: ten were considered small. ten medium. Comparison with follow-up scans showed that 18 of Herniations decreased between 0 and 25%, two decreased between 75 and 100%.

• 한국임상수의학회지
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• 제19권3호
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• pp.367-370
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• 2002

A female, 14-year-old mixed dog weighing 4 kg and a female,8-year-old schnauzer dog weighing 6 kg showing vaginal discharges and vomiting for a few weeks were examined for the preoperative check of anterior cruciate ligament rupture and the recheck after the surgery of nephrectomy. There were no distinct abnormal signs except for the increased CBC at schnauzer dog on blood chemistry analysis. Radiographic and ultrasonographic findings were a large abdominal mass and a cyst-like hypoechogenic or anechogenic cavitary lesion on the ovary region. These findings were consistent with an ovarian cyst. Thereafter highly suspected ovarian cysts by diagnostic imaging were supported by high estrogen concentration on hormonal assay and the results of Pathologic examination as the unilateral ovarian cysts with secondary pyometra.

• 한국임상수의학회지
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• 제25권6호
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• pp.557-559
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• 2008

Three calves which were born in a village with similar symptoms that urine ran down along the inner femoral region were referred to Veterinary Medical Teaching Hospital, Kyungpook National University. On physical examination, there were aplasia of the penis, ventrally incomplete sheath and bifid scrotum in common. Blood cell count test and blood biochemistry test were performed and then diagnostic radiography was carried out in a case. Retrograde positive cystograph showed normal urinary bladder and no other urogenital abnormalities. The shape and size of the testes were normal on ultrasonographs, yet intact urethral wall was not detected. These cases were diagnosed as hypospadias.

• Imaging Science in Dentistry
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• 제54권1호
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• pp.93-104
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• 2024

Chronic nonbacterial osteomyelitis(CNO) is histologically characterized by nonspecific osteitis. This inflammatory disorder, which lacks an infectious origin, typically presents with chronic pain and swelling at the affected site that can persist for months or even years. However, it is rare for CNO to affect the mandible. A 10-year-old girl presented with a primary complaint of pain in her left mandible. She had no significant medical or dental history. On examination, swelling was visible on the left buccal side, and imaging revealed radiolucent bone deterioration within the left mandible. This case report presents the radiological changes observed over a 12-year follow-up period. Variations in radiopacity, radiolucency, and periosteal reactions were noted periodically. This case highlights the radiological characteristics and findings that are crucial for the diagnosis of CNO, a condition for which no clear diagnostic criteria are currently available.