VASCULAR ULTRASOUND TESTING

Arterial Exam for Peripheral Arterial Disease Diagnosis

VASCULAR TESTING: ARTERIAL EVALUATION

What is an arterial evaluation?
An arterial exam looks at the arteries of the arms or legs. Arteries carry blood to cells and organs. As we age, atherosclerotic plaque may form in the arteries to some degree. However, the arteries of the neck, heart, and legs are most commonly affected. Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) refers to the blockages in the legs, and to a lesser extent in the arms. A physiologic study, a vascular testing service commonly provided, is performed which uses blood pressure cuffs at different levels of the legs and/or arms to check the presence and severity of the disease process. An exercise study may also be performed to see if the leg symptoms are related to blockages in the arteries. An ultrasound imaging examination may also be performed to look at blood flow in the arteries of the abdomen and/or the legs to isolate the nature and extent of the disease..

What are common indications for an arterial evaluation?

Common signs and symptoms indicating the need for an arterial examination may include one or more of the following:
Pain/discomfort in the calf, thigh or buttocks when walking that goes away with rest

  • Severe pain in the toes or foot
  • A sore/wound of the foot that does not heal
  • Lack of pulses in the arms or legs, especially with diabetes or heart disease
  • How long does it take and how should a patient prepare for an arterial exam?

A lower arterial evaluation exam takes at least 1 hour to complete. The following information will help patients prepare for the exam.

  • No eating or drinking for 4 hours
  • Light meal before exam for diabetics
  • No coffee, dairy, smoking, gum chewing
  • Take meds with water
  • Patients may need to remove pants, shoes and socks and any other restrictive clothing like pantyhose or girdles

An upper extremity arterial evaluation takes up to 45 minutes and requires the patient to wear a loose fitting shirt. Depending on the exam, the patient may be asked to replace shirt/blouse with a gown.

NAVIX partners with hospitals and physician practices to provide comprehensive vascular testing to effectively diagnose cardiovascular disease. Learn more about our cardiovascular services and lab programs.

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NAVIX provides support to facilities seeking AIUM, ACR, and IAC Accreditation. We have expertise in  vascular, echocardiography, nuclear medicine, general, urology, obstetrics/gynecology and musculoskeletal.

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