[Nuclear spin tomography, magnetic resonance tomography (MRT), nuclear magnetic resonance imaging (NMR). Technical and methodical hypotheses for the use of nuclear spin tomography on the hip joint of the dog].

The theoretical principles of nuclear magnetic resonance imaging and its application in human medicine are described. The most important parameters to produce informative images are explained. The tomographic examination of the canine hip joints demands a precise choice of section planes and measuring parameters. The resulting images of the hip joints of eight beagle puppies are evaluated and discussed.