Ultrassonografia na avaliação da cavidade celomática em aves – Revisão de literatura

Abstract

The use of ultrasonography as a complementary diagnostic tool for evaluating the coelomic cavity in birds has helped many veterinarians to guide their diagnoses more precisely, as well as to improve clinical management and treatment. Nevertheless, the vast diversity among avian species makes it difficult to obtain comprehensive information about which species are treated in each region, in addition to the anatomical limitations of these animals and the technical challenges inherent to the ultrasonographic equipment itself. The main indications for this examination include the investigation of masses and soft tissue alterations, organomegaly, reproductive tract abnormalities, and the identification of free fluid. This study aims to highlight the advantages and disadvantages of coelomic ultrasonography, imaging windows and positioning, ultrasonographic anatomy, main findings involving the celom, and different pathological conditions, focusing on bird species commonly treated in Brazilian veterinary medical services