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Dr. Norman Ackerman served the University of Florida, College of Veterinary Medicine with distinction as Professor of Radiology from 1979 to 1994. A concerned teacher of veterinary students and residents of all disciplines, Dr. Ackerman also reached the veterinary scientific community through his writing. His numerous clinically pertinent publications are still today a vital part of the veterinary literature; therefore, it is appropriate this site perpetuates Dr Ackerman’s dedication to teaching. This site is presented in recognition of Dr. Norman Ackerman and his contributions to the field of
veterinary diagnostic imaging. Sponsorship of the display supports the Dr. Norman Ackerman Memorial Fund, dedicated to the teaching of diagnostic imaging residents at the University of Florida College of Veterinary Medicine.
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Norman Ackerman Memorial Radiography Case Challenge
Maggie Mae3 year old SF Mixed Breed DogNext SlideSlide3
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Maggie Mae presents to your clinic with a 3 month history of progressive exercise intolerance and coughOn physical examination, you hear increased lung soundsYou order thoracic radiographsNext SlideSlide4
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Based on your assessment of the radiographs, the thoracic body wall is:
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There are no abnormalities associated with the thoracic wall.
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The thoracic body wall, including the extrathoracic structures, are within normal limits Click here to proceed to the next questionSlide10
Based on your assessment of the radiographs, the pleural space is:
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There are no abnormalities associated with the pleural space.
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The pleural space is normal Click here to proceed to the next questionSlide13
Based on your evaluation, the cardiac silhouette is:
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There is an abnormality associated with the cardiac silhouette. Click here to continueSlide15
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The cardiac silhouette is abnormal. Click on the selection below that correctly identifies the abnormal area.The Left VentricleThe Right VentricleThe Left AtriumThe Right Atrium
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The left ventricle is normal.Click here to return to the question Slide17
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On the VD projection, the heart does appear wider, particularly in the region of the right ventricle. However, there is really no evidence of right ventricular enlargement on the lateral projections. There is another abnormality…Click here to continueSlide18
Right Ventricle
On the VD projection, the heart does appear wider, particularly in the region of the right ventricle. However, there is really no evidence of right ventricular enlargement on the lateral projections. There is another abnormality…Click here to continueSlide19
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The left and right atria are both normal.
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The main pulmonary artery is enlarged.
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Based on your assessment of the radiographs, the lungs, including the vessels, are:
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There is an abnormality associated with the pulmonary vessels.
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The pulmonary vessels are definitely abnormal. Based on your evaluation, which vessels are affected?Pulmonary VeinsPulmonary ArteriesSlide24
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The pulmonary veins are normal. Remember, veins are ventral (on the lateral projection) and central (on the VD projection)However, the pulmonary arteries are enlarged, tortuous, and in some areas, appear blunted.
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The pulmonary arteries are enlarged, tortuous, and in some areas, appear blunted. Remember, veins are ventral (on the lateral projection) and central (on the VD projection)
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Conclusion
Your findings now include enlarged, tortuous pulmonary arteries, and an enlarged main pulmonary artery. There is questionable enlargement of the right ventricle. Formulate your top differential diagnosis, and click next.Slide27
Diagnosis: Canine Heartworm Disease
Tortuous, enlarged, and blunted pulmonary arteries and MPA reflect damage to the intima of the vessels and the presence of thromboemboli.The suspected enlargement of the right ventricle is related to pulmonary hypertension caused by the pulmonary arterial changes, also termed cor pulmonale.
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Dr. Ackerman on Heartworm Disease
In 1987, Dr. Ackerman wrote a review article entitled “Radiographic Aspects of Heartworm Disease*” documenting the imaging findings associated with this disease. With today’s preventatives, we see far fewer cases of this disease today, but it is important for every veterinarian to be familiar with it’s radiographic appearance.*Seminars in Veterinary Medicine and Surgery (Sm Anim). 1987 Feb;2(1):15-27
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