Intraoperative Duplex Sonography

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Intraoperative Duplex Sonography
Vascular Exam Prep

Intraoperative Duplex Sonography

Explore intraoperative duplex ultrasound techniques for vascular reconstruction, including carotid endarterectomy and bypass grafting. Learn to identify intimal flaps, residual plaque, and hemodynamic abnormalities using high-frequency hockey stick transducers. ARDMS, ARRT, and CCI registry exam preparation.

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9:47 lesson

Intraoperative assessment utilizes high-frequency hockey stick transducers to identify residual plaque or intimal flaps. Diagnostic criteria for carotid revision include a peak systolic velocity exceeding 180 cm/s.

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