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Mesenteric and renal arterial duplex ultrasound: A review
1North Country Vascular Diagnostics, Inc., Altamont, NY, USA.
Abstract:
Duplex ultrasound examinations of the mesenteric and renal circulations are commonly used to detect disease as well as to follow up patients after open surgery or endovascular intervention. The aims of this review were to present essential elements of these duplex ultrasound examinations as well as conduct a literature review of diagnostic criteria. Documentation of appropriate images and data will aid in an accurate interpretation. Spectral Doppler waveforms from various segments of these arterial systems can contribute both direct and indirect evidence of the presence of disease. Various studies have validated the duplex ultrasound diagnostic criteria which more recently have expanded to include specific criteria for stented vessels. This review presents a summary of the fundamental exam components and diagnostic criteria utilized for mesenteric and renal duplex ultrasound.
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