Venous Extremity Ultrasound DVT

Venous Extremity Ultrasound DVTs are commonly used to discover potentially dangerous blood clots in the arms or legs, known as Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVTs). If discovered early enough it is possible to treat these clots before they move to the lungs.

Ultrasound uses high-frequency sound waves to produce images of the body’s tissues, structures, and blood flow. A transducer/probe and ultrasound gel work together to transmit and receive sound waves to produce images on the monitor.

Warm, water-based gel will be applied to the ultrasound transducer or directly on the skin. The sonographer will then move the transducer around to obtain clear images of the underlying structures for the physician to interpret.

The procedure typically lasts for 30-60 minutes, but the duration varies depending on the structure being examined.

Before the test is administered, you may be asked to change into a gown.

The benefits of Venous Extremity Ultrasound (DVT):

• Ultrasound images can be shown in real-time as they happen
• Blood clots can be detected before they pass to the lungs
• The exam is non-invasive
• No ionizing radiation is used for this procedure

Risks you should be aware of:

• There are no known risks for ultrasound