Duplex sonography of the carotid arteries.
Duplex sonography is the best noninvasive modality for investigation of possible carotid artery stenosis. By using the above described techniques, almost all significant stenoses can be detected and categorized correctly. Knowledge of common pitfalls in the performance and interpretation of the examination is essential to avoid misdiagnosis. Color imaging is a helpful addition to conventional duplex imaging, but is not essential to the performance of high-quality examinations.
Robinson
M L
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Department of Radiology, Reading Hospital and Medical Center, West Reading, PA 19603.
D002339:Carotid Arteries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000502:physiology; D016893:Carotid Stenosis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000503:physiopathology; D006801:Humans; D014465:Ultrasonics; D014463:Ultrasonography / Q000295:instrumentation / Q000379:methods