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Pulse examination by an ultrasonic method
British Medical Journal
|November 30, 1968
Insights
Ultrasonic flow velocity detection is a simple, harmless method for diagnosing and managing lower extremity arterial disease. This non-invasive technique aids in assessing patients with occlusive arterial conditions.
Area of Science:
- Vascular Medicine
- Medical Diagnostics
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Occlusive arterial disease of the lower extremities is a significant clinical challenge.
- Accurate diagnosis and effective management are crucial for patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the utility of an ultrasonic flow velocity detector for assessing lower extremity arterial disease.
- To determine if this method can aid in diagnosis and patient management.
Main Methods:
- A cohort of 100 patients with diagnosed lower extremity arterial disease was studied.
- A control group of 25 healthy adults was included for comparison.
- An ultrasonic flow velocity detector was employed for examinations.
Main Results:
- The ultrasonic flow velocity detector proved to be a simple and harmless examination method.
- The technique demonstrated significant utility in aiding the diagnosis of arterial disease.
- The method was also found to be beneficial in the management of patients with arterial disease.
Conclusions:
- Ultrasonic flow velocity detection is a valuable, non-invasive tool for evaluating lower extremity arterial disease.
- This diagnostic approach supports both the identification and ongoing management of vascular conditions.
- The simplicity and safety of the method make it a practical aid for clinicians.
Abstract:
One hundred patients with occlusive arterial disease affecting the lower extremities and 25 normal adults were examined by ultrasonic flow velocity detector. This new and harmless method is simple and has proved to be a very useful aid in both the diagnosis and the management of arterial disease.