Ultrasound Diagnosis
Ultrasound for Vein Diagnosis
At Veins and Foot Clinic, Chennai, we utilize ultrasound as a safe and effective tool for diagnosing vein problems. Ultrasound uses sound waves to create detailed images of your veins, allowing our specialists to assess blood flow, identify blockages or abnormalities, and evaluate the overall health of your venous system.
What is a Vein Ultrasound?
A vein ultrasound, also known as Doppler ultrasound or duplex ultrasound, is a painless and non-invasive procedure. During the exam, a handheld transducer is gently pressed against your skin. This transducer emits sound waves that bounce off your veins and surrounding tissues. The reflected sound waves are then converted into detailed images displayed on a monitor.
What Vein Conditions Can Ultrasound Diagnose?
Ultrasound is a valuable tool for diagnosing various vein conditions, including:
Varicose veins: Enlarged, twisted veins that can cause pain, swelling, and skin discoloration.
Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI): A condition where blood flow in the veins is impaired, leading to symptoms like leg pain, fatigue, and swelling.
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT): A blood clot that forms in a deep vein, often in the legs. DVTs are a serious medical condition that can be life-threatening if they break loose and travel to the lungs.
Pelvic congestion syndrome (PCS): A condition that causes chronic pelvic pain and other symptoms in women due to malfunctioning pelvic veins.
Benefits of Vein Ultrasound
Ultrasound offers several advantages for vein diagnosis:
Painless and non-invasive: No needles or injections are involved.
Fast and efficient: The procedure typically takes 30-45 minutes.
Safe: Ultrasound uses sound waves and does not involve radiation exposure.
Detailed images: Provides a clear picture of your veins and blood flow patterns.
Outpatient procedure: You can usually return home shortly after the exam.
Don’t let vein issues affect your life.
Book a call with us
If you are experiencing symptoms of vein problems, such as leg pain, swelling, or varicose veins, contact Veins and Foot Clinic, Chennai, to schedule a consultation. Our specialists can determine if a vein ultrasound is right for you and discuss the appropriate treatment options.
Conditions We Treat
- Varicose veins
- Superficial Venous Thrombosis Phlebits
- Thread/spider veins
- Swollen leg
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT)
- May turners syndrome
- Varicose veins in pregnancy
- Varicose veins in obese patients
- Restless leg syndrome
- Varicose veins of the testicles
- Recurrent Varicose Veins
- Hidden Varicose Veins
- Hemosiderin Brown Stains
- Lip dermatosclerosis (LDS)
- Venous Eczema
- Leg Ulcers
- Vaginal and Vulval Varicose Veins
- Pelvic Congestion Syndrome (PCS)
