VSPN Review by Barb Burri, MEd, MBA, CVT, LVT, CPDT-KA 
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I’ve restrained for many ultrasounds over the years, and could tell kidneys look much like tomatoes and not much else about the organs we were viewing. I found this book to be an delightful source of education. This excellent guide starts with position and set up for the patient and practitioner, and a chapter explaining the science of ultrasonography. The friends of the abdomen are the next topic, easier to find organs such as the kidneys, bladder, liver and spleen. The more difficult to find organs, the “tough guys” such as the pancreas, adrenals, lymphatics and GI tract are discussed in detail. There are chapters on male and female anatomy as well. The second part of this book is an atlas of various abnormal ultrasounds, organized by organ. This text also has a enjoyable glossary incorporating both technical terms, and the colloquialisms used by ultrasonographers.
This book is written in a lighthearted tone with many practical suggestions. The descriptions of common abdominal findings, such as zebras at the waterhole, and the whale tale splenic vein create associations to help remember the imagery and are creative landmarks. This guide would be useful to veterinarians, veterinary students, and veterinary technicians working with ultrasound diagnostics. As at atlas it would be an excellent addition to any ultrasound machine!
Publisher: AAHA, 2009
ISBN 13: 978-1-58326-104-0