Magnetic Resonance Imaging of Reptiles, Rodents, and Lagomorphs for Clinical Diagnosis and Animal Research

Comp Med. 2016;66(3):216-9.

Abstract

MRI is a great diagnostic tool for evaluating exotic animals, particularly in clinical practice and in research with animal models. Here we review various aspects of MRI of reptiles, rodents, and lagomorphs, including the indications for this modality, the preparation of subjects, and protocols for imaging various organs and the musculoskeletal system. Protocols for the anesthesia and immobilization of subjects to facilitate their imaging are discussed also.

MeSH terms

  • Anesthesia, General / adverse effects
  • Anesthesia, General / veterinary
  • Animal Diseases / diagnostic imaging*
  • Animals
  • Hypnotics and Sedatives / adverse effects
  • Lagomorpha*
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / methods
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging / veterinary*
  • Reptiles*
  • Risk Factors
  • Rodent Diseases / diagnostic imaging*

Substances

  • Hypnotics and Sedatives