Overview
Venous Ultrasound for Point of Care Training Video is designed to review venous anatomy/physiology, imaging techniques and diagnostic criteria for performing a focused venous ultrasound exam for point-of-care applications.
Topics
Venous Anatomy and Physiology
Complete vs’ Focused Venous Exam
Examination Techniques
Diagnostic Criteria for Evaluation of Acute vs’ Chronic DVT
Other Sources of Venous Obstruction
Review of ACEP Algorithm for Performing a Focused Lower Extremity Venous Examination
Evaluation of the Upper Extremity Venous System
Objectives
Outline scan protocols for performing a focused evaluation of lower extremity deep venous thrombosis.
Recognize normal venous image and Doppler characteristics.
Identify sonographic findings associated with the evaluation of acute and chronic DVT.
List other potential etiologies for abnormal venous ultrasound findings and/or patient symptoms.
Outline scan techniques and list ultrasound findings for the evaluation of upper extremity DVT.
