Vascular Technology Program

VAS 102 ARTERIAL DUPLEX IMAGING

Our clinical ultrasound instructors will familiarize you with Vascular Physics, Anatomy and Physiology of the Lower Extremity Arterial Circulatory System. We will provide you with an opportunity to learn basic and advanced skills required to perform a complete and thorough Lower Extremity Arterial Duplex examination. This course will include extensive Hands-On training utilizing 2D Imaging, Doppler and Color Flow Imaging.

Course Topics include:

Vascular Physics, Principles and Instrumentation
Arterial Scanning Protocols, Procedures and Scanning Techniques
Principles of Pulse Wave Doppler
Lower Extremity Arterial Anatomy and Physiology
Arterial Hemodynamics
Arterial Doppler Spectral Analysis
Proper Doppler Measurement and Documentation
Mechanisms of Disease
Patient History and Risk Factors
Lower Extremity Arterial Disease and Classification
Ankle-Brachial Index
Imaging Capabilities and Limitations
Normal and Abnormal Case Studies Presentations

Course Objectives:

To command a strong understanding of anatomy and physiology pertaining to the lower extremity arterial circulatory system.
Identify and describe normal vs. abnormal arterial sonographic findings for interpretation.
Each student must be able to perform a comprehensive Lower Extremity Arterial examination upon completion of this course, utilizing 2D Imaging, Arterial Doppler Interrogation, Velocity Measurements and Color Flow Mapping.

Vascular Technology Program

VAS 102 ARTERIAL DUPLEX IMAGING

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(Scanning finals will be interpreted by a Board Certified Neuro-Radiologist)