What is vascular ultrasound?
Vascular ultrasound uses high -frequency sound waves to create a picture of systems or organs inside the body. These images show images of internal movements and the functioning of the body in real time, which makes ultrasound more valuable than an X -ray that in some cases creates a static image. Especially vascular ultrasound shows pictures of veins and arteries. The body of the body most commonly evaluated with vascular ultrasound includes neck, arms and legs.
During the vascular ultrasound, the converter is used to send sound waves to the body and recording waves that reflect back because the sound is reflected from the body organs. These sound waves are generally inaudible. The computer interprets this data and creates a picture that can be displayed on the screen. The radiologist then analyzes these images and will work with the patient's primary care to determine what to do next.
The ultrasound doppler can be valuable tools of ultrasound when performing VA. This type of ultrasonic technique can show blood bloodYbooting through arteries, organs and veins and helping doctors to diagnose a particular disease or problem. Vascular ultrasound can show problems such as tumors, blood clots, blockages, plaque, embolism and enlarged arteries. These ultrasound can also help doctors to evaluate candidates for angioplasty and circumvent surgery and assess the body's response to the newly transplanted organ. The cause and severity of the stroke can also be determined by vascular ultrasound.
To perform the vascular ultrasound, a radiologist or sonograph will be applied to a warm gel to the observed area. This often happens while the patient lies. The converter will then be placed against the skin and moves it through the area until the desired images are formed. Depending on the device used, the patient can hear the pulsating sound of a slight amount of pressure.
When preparing for vascular ultrasound, patients should remove all spiesRky and are likely to be asked to wear free dress. Ultrasound are generally painless and fast, although patients may be asked to refrain from swallowing or breathing. No adverse effects on patients have been reported. Many patients prefer this method of testing because there are no needles, anesthetics, dyes or radiation. Patients can also eat and drink freely before the procedure. The standard ultrasound takes about thirty to ninety minutes.