Key Points ▪ IVUS can be used to characterize, with high resolution, the architecture of the aorta and, importantly, the architecture of its branch vessel ostia, as well as aortic…
Key Points ▪ Duplex ultrasound assessment of the splanchnic/visceral arteries, with careful technique and adherence to a comprehensive duplex protocol, is feasible and accurate in the majority of patients. Atherosclerotic…
Key Points ▪ IVUS can be used to characterize, with high resolution, coronary artery architecture and coronary artery plaque, and other lesional architecture. ▪ IVUS can be used to guide…
Key Point ▪ With careful technique and adherence to a comprehensive duplex protocol, ultrasound assessment of the renal arteries is feasible. ▪ Patient preparation is important. ▪ Knowledge of anatomic variants…
Key Points ▪ Knowledge of normal and variant anatomy of the lower extremity venous vasculature is critical. ▪ A standardized and comprehensive duplex examination protocol is critical. ▪ Knowledge of…
Key Points ▪ Knowledge of normal and variant anatomy of the upper extremity venous vasculature is critical. ▪ A standardized and comprehensive duplex examination protocol is critical. ▪ Knowledge of…
Key Points ▪ Knowledge of normal and variant anatomy of the upper extremity arterial vasculature is critical. ▪ A standardized and comprehensive duplex examination protocol is critical. ▪ Knowledge of…
Key Points ▪ The abdominal aorta is principally subject to aneurysmal disease in its infrarenal portion, to occlusive disease in its distal portion, and to dissection extending from thoracic aortic…
Key Points ▪ An arteriovenous fistula typically lies closer to the skin surface than the native vessel and is therefore more likely to be easily compressed by the probe during…
Key Points ▪ Maximizing and easing optimal image acquisition is achieved by: ▪ Integration of knowledge of anatomy, disease, machine factors, and scanning technique ▪ Effort and persistence Basic Guidelines…
