Anatomical Evaluation of the Temporomandibular Joint in Dogs Using Ultrasonography, Radiography and Computed Tomography

Faculty Veterinary Medicine Year: 2026
Type of Publication: ZU Hosted Pages:
Authors:
Journal: Journal of Veterinary Dentistry SAGE Publications Volume:
Keywords : Anatomical Evaluation , , Temporomandibular Joint , Dogs Using    
Abstract:
The present study aimed to investigate the anatomical, ultrasonographic, radiographic and computed tomographic parameters of the normal temporomandibular joint (TMJ) and related structures in dogs. Ten clinically healthy adult mesocephalic dogs (8 live and 2 cadavers), aged 2 to 4 years, were included in this study. Gross anatomical dissection was performed in 2 cadaveric dogs to validate the ultrasonographic features of the TMJ. Radiography provided visualization of bony structures of the TMJ, but images were superimposed on surrounding structures. Computed tomography produced excellent and in-detail bony anatomy. Ultrasonography demonstrated superior soft tissue resolution, and visibility of the intra-articular soft structures of the TMJ and its neighboring soft tissues, such as the masseter muscle, parotid gland, and articular capsule. Gross anatomical dissection validated the ultrasound findings. This study concluded that ultrasonography is a practical, noninvasive diagnostic tool for the assessment of normal TMJ in dogs.
   
     
 
       

Author Related Publications

  • Mostafa Abd El Raouf Mohamed Marzook, "Bone fractures in dogs: A retrospective study of 129 dogs", Mosul University, 2020 More
  • Mostafa Abd El Raouf Mohamed Marzook, "Clinical and ultrasonographic investigations of 30 water buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis) with hepatomegaly", Veterinary World, 2019 More
  • Mostafa Abd El Raouf Mohamed Marzook, "Clinicopathological and imaging features of hypertrophic osteopathy in dogs", University of Mosul, 2022 More
  • Mostafa Abd El Raouf Mohamed Marzook, "Tibial and Fibular Fractures in Dogs and Cats: Retrospective Study", Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, Zagazig University, 2022 More
  • Mostafa Abd El Raouf Mohamed Marzook, "Comparing efficacy of the platelet rich plasma and advanced platelet rich fibrin on tibial bone defect regeneration in dogs", University of Mosul, 2022 More

Department Related Publications

  • Mostafa Abd El Raouf Mohamed Marzook, "Bone fractures in dogs: A retrospective study of 129 dogs", Mosul University, 2020 More
  • Mostafa Abd El Raouf Mohamed Marzook, "Clinical and ultrasonographic investigations of 30 water buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis) with hepatomegaly", Veterinary World, 2019 More
  • Eslam Fouad Mandoorah Essa, "Clinical, Ruminal, Hematobiochemical Alterations and Ultrasonographic Examination of Vagal Indigestion in Cow Calves", Advances in Animal and Veterinary Sciences, 2021 More
  • Eslam Fouad Mandoorah Essa, "Local peritonitis and omental bursitis as sequelae of abomasal ulceration in buffaloes (Bubalus bubalis): clinical findings and outcome of treatment", Taylor and Francis, 2021 More
  • Shebl Ebrahim Shebl Ali Salem, "Likelihood of pregnancy in cows identified with different amounts of anechoic intrauterine fluid at the time of insemination", ELSEVER, 2021 More
Tweet