Written by Judith Buckland, MBA, RDCS, FASE
As we continue our efforts to inspire excellence in imaging, this week we will feature another What's Wrong with this Image blog. You can check out our previous vascular blogs from this series:
Carotid Long Axis CCA
Carotid ICA Prox
As consultants, we review many vascular images, as...
Written by Angela Mills, BA, RVS
In our past two vascular blogs, we explained the cause of venous reflux and reviewed how to recognize and measure venous reflux. At our upcoming vascular workshop (July 15th) we will discuss in detail, compliant scanning protocols and the correct techniques for performing quality reflux exams....
Written by Angela Mills, BA, RVS
Last week, we reviewed basic venous anatomy and discussed how damaged valves cause venous reflux. This week we will continue with our Venous Reflux blog series by reviewing:
Correct Patient Positioning
Augmentation
Correct measurement of venous reflux
Patient Positioning:
The goal is...
Written by Angela Mills, BA, RVS, Judith Buckland MBA, RDCS, FASE
There is a lot of interest in ablation procedures for venous reflux. Many of our readers have expressed an interest in learning more about venous reflux. What is it? How do we correctly diagnose reflux disease? What is the pre, during and post procedures for venous ablation? We are happy...
Written by Angela Mills, BA, RVS
What’s wrong with this vascular image?
Modality: Carotid Duplex
View: Long axis CCA
Answer:
This image demonstrates prox CCA that was labeled and measured as a distal CCA.
Correct Technique:
The Proximal CCA placement should be very low on the neck usually close to the collar bone
The...
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