Register What you will learn Course description: This course will describe the indications and sonographic approach for complete upper and lower extremity arterial duplex exams. It is organized into three sections: Lower extremity arterial anatomy and duplex imaging, upper extremity arterial anatomy and duplex imaging, and peripheral arterial disease. The course will focus on normal anatomy and exam protocols before a review of signs and symptoms of peripheral arterial disease and exam/technique modifications for assessing obstructive arterial disease with ultrasound. This course is part of the Vascular eLearning Curriculum. Subscription: Access unlimited eLearning by purchasing the Silver Membership. To request a Silver Membership subscription, please click here to register. (View Additional Information) Currency: USDCourse objectives: The Lower Extremity Arterial Anatomy & Duplex Imaging section of this module will: Discuss the indications for imaging arteries using ultrasound Discuss arterial branches of the distal abdominal aorta and arteries of the lower extremities Review the appropriate transducer selection for lower extremity arterial duplex exams Examine the major arterial branches of the lower extremities using B-Mode/2D, color and PW Spectral Doppler Review the standards of a complete lower extremity arterial duplex exam The Upper Extremity Arterial Anatomy & Duplex Imaging section of this module will: Discuss arterial branches of the aortic arch and major vessels leading to the upper extremities Examine the major arterial branches of the upper extremities using B-Mode/2D, color and PW spectral Doppler Review the standards of a complete upper extremity arterial duplex exam The Peripheral Arterial Disease section of this module will: Discuss other noninvasive physiologic arterial tests Discuss arterial hemodynamics and factors that affect flow Describe different arterial pathologies Review risk factors for arterial disease Describe changes seen on arterial duplex exams when severe stenosis/occlusion is present Course details Delivery method: eLearning Language: English Duration: 1.5 Hours Course author(s): Philips InstructorCourse disclaimer: The content is for information and education only. The content is not intended to provide medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please see the full terms of use for this content and this website. Course tabs Schedule/Registration Learning at your convenience. RegisterContact us for more information Accreditation Accredited: Accredited American Society of Radiologic Technologists Category A (ASRT) Credit hours: 1.00 hours Accreditation notice: We have a wide variety of courses to accommodate your education needs, from core ultrasound courses to high level peer-to-peer courses. Many of our courses are approved for CEU credit by the ASRT, which have been accepted by ARDMS and ICAEL, ICAVL. However, it is the responsibility of the REGISTRANT to assure the ASRT credits are acceptable for his or her purposes. This activity may be available in multiple formats or from different sponsors. ARRT regulations state that an individual may not repeat a lecture presentation for credit if it was reported in the same biennium. Audience Audience statement: Sonographers, Physicians and Echocardiographers. Course level: FundamentalPrerequisite skills: There are no prerequisites for this course. Brochures/Travel Policy Vascular Elearning Bundle View Information
