Vascular Ultrasound

Vascular Ultrasound available at:

PRP Adamstown ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 4940 8599

PRP Bathurst ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 6331 3200

PRP Castle Hill ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 9634 4444

PRP Charlestown ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 4920 8555

PRP Cumberland ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 9896 3222

PRP Dee Why ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 9981 3000

PRP Dubbo ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 6882 4888

PRP Eastwood ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 9858 1500

PRP Erina ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 4367 7100

PRP Frenchs Forest ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 9451 1062

PRP Gordon ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 9498 2500

PRP Gosford ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 4331 7050

PRP Gosford North ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 4324 0006

PRP Hornsby ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 9482 1211

PRP Maitland ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 4004 5500

PRP Mona Vale ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 9997 7411

PRP Moore Park/City East ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 8075 3400

PRP Norwest ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 8881 8800

PRP Orange ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 6376 9000

PRP Shellharbour ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 4297 3332

PRP Toukley ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 4397 1791

PRP Tuggerah ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 4355 4790

PRP Westmead ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 8892 2950

PRP Wollongong ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 4226 9711

PRP Woy Woy ALL REFERRALS ACCEPTED

T: 4341 3500

Vascular Ultrasound Explained

Vascular ultrasound uses reflected sound waves to image arteries or veins in many parts of the body, including the neck, abdomen, pelvis, arms and legs. A doppler ultrasound is a technique that evaluates the speed, direction and character of blood flow. Narrowing, blockage and dilatation (aneurysm) of vessels may be detected using this technique. Varicose veins may also be evaluated.
Preparation

Please bring your referral, Medicare and Pension Health Care Cards with any previous imaging relating to the region being scanned.

No preparation required.
What happens during the procedure

A clear jelly is applied to the skin and a transducer is moved over the skin above the area being examined. Multiple images are taken throughout the exam. The sonographer will be with you throughout the scan and will usually ask questions about your medical history and the reason for the examination so that the optimal examination for your problem will be performed. Obtaining the best images can be very challenging and requires considerable time and concentration by the sonographer. The radiologist may need to see you to get more information, or to scan to check some findings.
How long does it take

Between 30-90 minutes.
Your images and report

After your examination, you will be given a copy of the most pertinent images from your study. A report will be given to you with the images, or sent directly back to your referring doctor by fax or email. PRP will store digital copies of all studies on our secure database for comparison with any future examinations.

Please bring any previous x-rays with you for comparison.

It is important that you return to your doctor with your examination results. Whether they are normal or abnormal, your doctor needs to know promptly so that a management plan can be formulated.

This content is intended for informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice. If you would like any clarifications, please contact your local practice.