My doctor said i had to get a ct scan to see where my veins were located but i do not want to get radiation just for veins.
Answer: In short, no In the majority of cases, ultrasound is the only imaging required prior to varicose vein treatment. However, it would be difficult to determine without doing a varicose vein consultation at your local vein doctor.
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Answer: In short, no In the majority of cases, ultrasound is the only imaging required prior to varicose vein treatment. However, it would be difficult to determine without doing a varicose vein consultation at your local vein doctor.
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April 16, 2019
Answer: Choosing between different varicose vein and spider vein treatments It’s important to distinguish between varicose veins and spider veins when choosing between laser therapy, sclerotherapy, and vein surgery. With two board certified vein specialists, our center uses a combination of visual examination, functional flow measurements, ultrasound, transillumination, and infrared light to map out vein networks prior to therapy. Lasers can be used to treat deep varicose vein insufficiency, vein perforators, and varicose veins. Sclerotherapy is ideal for spider veins and reticular veins. Whereas surgery is reserved for severely incompetent varicose vein segments.
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April 16, 2019
Answer: Choosing between different varicose vein and spider vein treatments It’s important to distinguish between varicose veins and spider veins when choosing between laser therapy, sclerotherapy, and vein surgery. With two board certified vein specialists, our center uses a combination of visual examination, functional flow measurements, ultrasound, transillumination, and infrared light to map out vein networks prior to therapy. Lasers can be used to treat deep varicose vein insufficiency, vein perforators, and varicose veins. Sclerotherapy is ideal for spider veins and reticular veins. Whereas surgery is reserved for severely incompetent varicose vein segments.
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March 25, 2019
Answer: Varicose veins It is essential to communicate any concern to your provider.
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March 25, 2019
Answer: Varicose veins It is essential to communicate any concern to your provider.
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March 13, 2019
Answer: CT scan for veins An ultrasound is typically all that is needed and is the standard of care for diagnosing venous problems. If there are abnormal findings on ultrasound or physical exam to suggest venous pathology in the pelvis or abdomen then a CT venogram could help determine the anatomy and level of pathology. An MRI would be an alternative that does not involve radiation and intravenous ultrasound can also be done but is more invasive and is typically done concurrently with intention to treat such as in placing venous stents for iliac vein compression.
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March 13, 2019
Answer: CT scan for veins An ultrasound is typically all that is needed and is the standard of care for diagnosing venous problems. If there are abnormal findings on ultrasound or physical exam to suggest venous pathology in the pelvis or abdomen then a CT venogram could help determine the anatomy and level of pathology. An MRI would be an alternative that does not involve radiation and intravenous ultrasound can also be done but is more invasive and is typically done concurrently with intention to treat such as in placing venous stents for iliac vein compression.
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March 13, 2019
Answer: CT Scan for varicose veins Most patients with varicose veins can be adequately evaluated using venous duplex ultrasound from the level of the groin crease and below. There are circumstances where a CT scan or MRV might be needed and valuable before proceeding with treatment. If your examination or history suggests a problem above the groin crease then these tests may be necessary. If you have a prior history of blood clots or varicose veins involving the labia, lower abdomen, or buttocks then a CT scan/MRV may be important to determine if there is a blockage or venous insufficiency in the veins of the pelvis or abdomen. An ultrasound is more than adequate in the case of routine varicose veins.
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March 13, 2019
Answer: CT Scan for varicose veins Most patients with varicose veins can be adequately evaluated using venous duplex ultrasound from the level of the groin crease and below. There are circumstances where a CT scan or MRV might be needed and valuable before proceeding with treatment. If your examination or history suggests a problem above the groin crease then these tests may be necessary. If you have a prior history of blood clots or varicose veins involving the labia, lower abdomen, or buttocks then a CT scan/MRV may be important to determine if there is a blockage or venous insufficiency in the veins of the pelvis or abdomen. An ultrasound is more than adequate in the case of routine varicose veins.
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