Duplex scanning in orthopaedic patients.
Duplex scanning with a combination of real-time and Doppler ultrasound is a noninvasive procedure used for the detection of deep vein thrombosis.  The technique is described, its use in orthopaedic patients is discussed, and a plan of treatment based on duplex results is reported.
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, Little Rock.
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D001178:Arthroplasty / Q000009:adverse effects; D006801:Humans; D009985:Orthopedics; D013924:Thrombophlebitis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging* / Q000517:prevention & control; D014463:Ultrasonography / Q000191:economics / Q000379:methods