Advances in Ultrasound-guided Procedures in Veterinary Medicine

Ultrasound-guided procedures have become increasingly integrated into veterinary clinical practice, offering minimally invasive alternatives for both diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Advances in ultrasonographic technology, have significantly improved the accuracy and safety of procedures such as fine-needle aspiration, core biopsies, fluid drainage, regional anesthesia and ultrasound-guided treatments. These developments have expanded the applicability of ultrasound guidance across various species, from small animals to equine and food-producing animals, optimizing patient outcomes while minimizing procedural risks.

There is still a lack of comprehensive and updated resources that consolidate recent advancements, innovative techniques, and clinical outcomes associated with ultrasound-guided therapies across different veterinary species. This gap limits the dissemination of knowledge and the standardization of best practices in interventional ultrasonography. To address this need, this Research Topic aims to collect high-quality contributions that explore the latest developments in ultrasound-guided procedures in veterinary medicine, offering a comprehensive overview through review articles, experimental studies, and the description of clinical cases and case series. By gathering multidisciplinary contributions, this collection seeks to highlight current evidence, innovative approaches, and future perspectives in the field of interventional ultrasonography across different veterinary species.

This includes original research, experimental studies, comprehensive reviews, and detailed case reports or case series. By bringing together diverse experiences and evidence-based insights, this collection seeks to provide clinicians and researchers with a valuable reference to support the advancement of ultrasound-guided procedures and promote their safe, effective, and standardized application in veterinary practice.

Keywords: Ultrasound-guided procedures, interventional ultrasonography, veterinary medicine, ultrasound-guided therapies, minimally invasive techniques, image-guided interventions, diagnostic ultrasound, therapeutic ultrasound, fine-needle aspiration

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