There's no special preparation for a vascular ultrasound, and it's a completely noninvasive, painless test.
You lay on your back on an exam table.
The doctor applies a gel to the area being studied and uses a special transducer that sends sound waves (ultrasound) into your body..
Recent developments include the implementation of computerised tools for automated analysis and quantification of CEUS images, and the possibility to measure blood flow velocity in the aorta..
Vascular ultrasound is a noninvasive test healthcare providers use to evaluate blood flow in the arteries and veins of the arms, neck and legs.
Providers use this test to diagnose blood clots and peripheral artery disease..
Vascular ultrasound is a noninvasive test healthcare providers use to evaluate blood flow in the arteries and veins of the arms, neck and legs.
Providers use this test to diagnose blood clots and peripheral artery disease..
SVU Mission Statement
A community of vascular ultrasound healthcare professionals dedicated to high quality care and improving patient outcomes through education, advocacy, research and growth of the field..
The Society for Vascular Ultrasound is the professional society of the Vascular Laboratory.
Our members are dedicated to the advancement of noninvasive technology (ultrasound) used in the diagnosis of vascular disease..
This procedure is performed by a cardiac/vascular sonographer who is an ultrasound specialist in imaging the heart and peripheral vasculature.
The procedure is interpreted by a Cardiologist with advanced vascular ultrasound certification..
Welcome to the Journal for Vascular Ultrasound! As a SVU member, one of the benefits of your membership is complimentary online access to the Journal for Vascular Ultrasound
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The Journal for Vascular Ultrasound is the only scientific journal focused on vascular ultrasound
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Our members are dedicated to the advancement of noninvasive technology (ultrasound) used in the diagnosis of vascular disease
The Society has a diverse membership of over 5,700 vascular technologists, surgeons, cardiologists, lab directors, academics, students and other professionals involved in the practice of vascular ultrasound
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