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¹Department of Clinical Sciences and Services, The Royal Veterinary College, Hawkshead Lane, North Mymms, Hertfordshire AL9 7TA, UK.

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Diagnostic imaging in veterinary medicine is crucial but not always accurate or beneficial. Veterinarians must carefully consider imaging

Keywords:

Accuracy Screening Staging Veterinary diagnostic imaging

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Clinical Decision-Making

Background:

Diagnostic imaging is vital for diagnosing and managing common veterinary conditions.
However, imaging accuracy is not absolute and may not always benefit the animal as intended.

Purpose of the Study:

To emphasize the need for careful consideration of diagnostic imaging's utility in veterinary practice.
To highlight the importance of assessing lesion probability, imaging accuracy, and potential benefit before use.

Main Methods:

This study reviews the limitations and potential pitfalls of diagnostic imaging in veterinary medicine.
It emphasizes the interpretation of imaging results within the context of clinical information and individual animal needs.

Main Results:

Diagnostic imaging results often modify diagnostic probabilities rather than definitively ruling diagnoses in or out.
Overuse can lead to false positives, incidental findings, and over-diagnosis, potentially harming the animal.

Conclusions:

Veterinary clinicians must be selective in employing diagnostic imaging.
Integrating clinical information and considering individual animal needs are crucial for optimal patient care.
Further research is needed to evaluate the impact of diagnostic imaging on common animal conditions.