EFSUMB Guidelines on Interventional Ultrasound (INVUS), Part VI - Ultrasound-Guided Vascular Interventions

Area of Science:

• Medical Imaging
• Interventional Radiology
• Vascular Surgery

Background:

• The European Federation of Societies for Ultrasound in Medicine and Biology (EFSUMB) provides guidelines for interventional ultrasound.
• Part six focuses on ultrasound guidance and assistance in vascular interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

• To assess the evidence for ultrasound's role in vascular interventions.
• To provide recommendations for the use of ultrasound in vascular access and treatment.

Main Methods:

• Systematic analysis of scientific literature.
• Evidence-based guideline development.

Main Results:

• Real-time sonographic guidance for central venous access is strongly recommended.
• Ultrasound guidance can improve efficacy and safety in difficult peripheral venous and arterial access.
• Ultrasound is recommended for detecting vascular access complications and guiding pseudoaneurysm treatment.

Conclusions:

• Ultrasound is a key safety measure for central venous access.
• Ultrasound guidance offers benefits in complex peripheral and endovascular interventions.
• Ultrasound is valuable for complication detection and treatment in vascular procedures.