Estimation of Canine Prostatic Size by in Vivo Ultrasound and Volumetric Measurement

Publisher Website
Google Scholar
Abstract
Two methods for estimating the wt of the canine prostate gland in vivo were investigated. Beagle dogs (26) underwent transrectal and transabdominal ultrasound examination of the prostate, followed by careful, standardized caliper measurement of the prostate at surgical exploration. The prostate glands were then removed and weighed, and nomograms were constructed for use in future laboratory research. The validity of these nomograms for determining prostate wt. in vivo was confirmed on evaluation of 6 additional dogs.