DIAGNOSTIC VENOUS ULTRASOUND

Accurate Diagnosis.
Better Treatment.

Diagnostic Venous Ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging test that helps us diagnose
vein conditions and plan the right treatment for you.

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How Ultrasound Works

1

A gel is applied to the skin

2

A handheld probe is moved over the area

3

Sound waves create real-time images of your veins

4

We evaluate blood flow and vein function

WHEN IT MAY HELP

When This Test
May Be Recommended

Varicose veins

Leg swelling or heaviness

Suspected venous reflux

Leg pain, aching, or skin changes

BENEFITS

What This
Ultrasound Evaluates

Blood flow through the leg veins

Valve function and venous reflux

Areas of vein blockage or abnormal flow

Vein mapping to guide next steps

Learn more about venous reflux disease

THE APPOINTMENT

What To Expect

A diagnostic venous ultrasound is a simple outpatient test that helps your provider understand how your veins are functioning and what care may be appropriate.

Procedure Time

30 – 45 minutes

Anesthesia

None

Recovery Time

Litte to none

Downtime

Minimal

Frequently Asked Questions

A diagnostic venous ultrasound is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to evaluate blood flow in the leg veins. It helps detect venous reflux, blood pooling, damaged vein valves, and possible blood clots.

A vein ultrasound helps identify the root cause of symptoms like leg swelling, aching, heaviness, varicose veins, skin discoloration, or venous ulcers. It also helps the vein specialist choose the right treatment plan.

No. A diagnostic venous ultrasound is not painful. A technician uses a handheld probe with ultrasound gel on the skin to examine the veins and blood flow.

Most venous ultrasound exams take about 30 to 60 minutes, depending on the areas being evaluated and the complexity of the symptoms.

A venous ultrasound can detect venous reflux, chronic venous insufficiency, varicose vein sources, vein valve problems, blood flow issues, and possible deep vein thrombosis.

Yes, in many cases. A venous ultrasound is often needed before treatment to confirm the diagnosis and determine which veins are causing the problem.

A diagnostic venous ultrasound may be covered by insurance when it is medically necessary due to symptoms such as leg pain, swelling, varicose veins, skin changes, or suspected vein disease.

After the ultrasound, the vein specialist reviews the results and explains whether venous reflux or another vein condition is present. If treatment is needed, a personalized plan can be recommended.

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