Carotid doppler protocol Flashcards

1
Q

What transducer position provides the best images of the distal portion of the ICA?

A

Far posterolateral approach

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2
Q

ICA vessel recognition?

  • pulsatility
  • PSV
  • window
  • EDV
  • baseline
  • resistance
A
lower pulsatility 
rounded peak on systole
systolic window
high diastolic flow
away from the baseline
low resistant signal
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3
Q

ECA doppler vessel recognition?

  • pulsatility
  • upstroke
  • baseline
  • flow
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