DMS 204 Venous Sonography
Provides the student with an in-depth study of the evaluation of peripheral venous disease using duplex ultrasound and plethysmographic techniques. The student will learn to evaluate for venous thrombosis and insufficiency. Superficial venous mapping will be demonstrated. The student will review techniques for evaluating the presence of venous disease. The student will learn pathological mechanism and risk factors for venous disease. Surgical and non-surgical corrective procedures will be discussed. Correlation with other vascular procedures will be demonstrated.