| Micro-computed tomography of the head and dentition in cadavers of clinically normal rabbits. | |
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PMID: 22280382 Owner: NLM Status: In-Data-Review |
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Objective-To describe the anatomic features of dentition and surrounding structures of the head in rabbits assessed by use of a newly developed micro-computed tomography (CT) device. Sample-Cadavers of 7 clinically normal adult Dendermonde White domestic rabbits raised for human consumption. Procedures-The rabbits were slaughtered in a slaughterhouse, flayed, and decapitated; the rabbit heads were frozen for micro-CT examination. Transverse images were obtained from the nares to the occipital condyles with a custom-designed micro-CT scanner built at the Ghent University Centre for X-ray Tomography. Scan settings were chosen to highlight bony structures on the basis of the designers' experience. The micro-CT images were reviewed, and all recognizable anatomic features were labeled. Afterward, micro-CT images were used to create 3-D reconstructions by use of a custom-developed reconstruction package and 3-D rendering with dedicated software. Results-Microstructures of the bones and teeth were clearly visible on micro-CT images. Conversely, soft tissue contrast was relatively poor on these images. Conclusions and Clinical Relevance-Micro-CT appeared to be a promising technique for appropriate diagnosis of dental disease in rabbits. Further research is needed to determine the clinical applications of micro-CT imaging. |
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Lieve M De Rycke; Matthieu N Boone; Annemie I Van Caelenberg; Manuel Dierick; Luc Van Hoorebeke; Henri van Bree; Ingrid M Gielen |
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Type: Journal Article |
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Title: American journal of veterinary research Volume: 73 ISSN: 1943-5681 ISO Abbreviation: Am. J. Vet. Res. Publication Date: 2012 Feb |
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Created Date: 2012-01-27 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 0375011 Medline TA: Am J Vet Res Country: United States |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 227-32 Citation Subset: IM |
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Department of Veterinary Medical Imaging and Small Animal Orthopaedics, Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Ghent University, 9820 Merelbeke, Belgium. |
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