Carotid Duplex Ultrasound
What is Carotid Duplex Ultrasound?
A Carotid Ultrasound is an ultrasound of the Carotid arteries in the neck.
A hand-held electronic device is moved up and down the neck with ultrasound gel which enables ultrasound waves to travel and capture 2-dimensional, Doppler (blood flow) and 3-dimensional images of the Carotid arteries. The images allow the specialist to examine the structure, size, shape and the flow of blood through the arteries.
Why is it important to have a Carotid Ultrasound procedure?
- To evaluate plaque / blockage in the carotid arteries and sometimes vertebral vessels that could lead to stroke.
- Very important in identifying patients with atherosclerosis, a common disease affecting any artery of the body, particularly the arteries in the brain (carotid) and the heart (coronary).
- Can provide valuable information in patients with blacking out episodes, visual changes or a noise (bruit) over the neck arteries.
How do you prepare yourself for the scan?
Do not wear shirts with high collars or turtlenecks and avoid wearing necklace or chains.
How long does the scan take?
A specialised scan typically last between 30 and 45 minutes. However, the test may last for longer or less depending on the complexity of the case.
When will I get my scan report?
The Specialist will discuss the results with you after the scan. If treatment or further investigations are required, you will be routed to an appropriate specialist. The full study recorded on a CD and a diagnostic report of the findings will be made available to you for collection the following day at the centre.
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What is Carotid Duplex ultrasound?
A Carotid Ultrasound is an ultrasound of the Carotid arteries in the neck
Why is it important to have a Carotid Ultrasound procedure?
- To evaluate plaque / blockage in the carotid arteries and sometimes vertebral vessels that could lead to stroke.
- Very important in identifying patients with atherosclerosis, a common disease affecting any artery of the body, particularly the arteries in the brain (Carotid) and the heart (coronary).
- Can provide valuable information in patients with blacking out episodes, visual changes or a noise (bruit) over the neck arteries.
How do you prepare yourself for the scan?
When will I get my scan report?
How long does the scan take?
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