Transcutaneous ultrasonography for visualization of the kidneys in captive Asian elephants (Elephas maximus): a quantitative assessment of echogenicity and echotexture in comparison with the liver and spleen

Abstract Background Kidney transcutaneous ultrasonography can be used to assess renal condition and is less invasive than transrectal ultrasonography, which typically requires intensive restraint, sedation, or general anesthesia. To date, this less invasive technique has not been evaluated in Asian...

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Published in:	BMC Veterinary Research
Main Authors:	Pratthana Inthawong, Somkiat Huaijantug, Tithipong Plangsangmas, Kakanang Piyarungsri, Taweepoke Angkawanish, Warangkhana Langkaphin, Worapong Kosaruk, Choenkwan Pabutta, Supatta Kijpraiboon, Mark A. Mitchell, Podjana Wattananit, Chatchote Thitaram
Format:	Article
Language:	English
Published:	BMC 2025-05-01
Subjects:	Asian elephant Gray-level histogram Kidney Transcutaneous ultrasound
Online Access:	https://doi.org/10.1186/s12917-025-04835-4