Vein Ultrasound
What to Expect
A vein ultrasound is used to visualize vessel structure & blood flow in the veins to diagnose varicose veins, venous insufficiency, & other vein-related conditions. In this brief overview, the vein specialists at ProVascularMD explain what vein ultrasound is, why we use it so often, and what you should expect when you get a vein ultrasound.
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Vein Specialist
Dr. Michael Lalezarian
Vein problems? Get a vein ultrasound to help you get your legs back.
Dr. Michael Lalezarian is a double-board certified Vascular Interventional Radiologist specializing in minimally invasive vein treatments. He is a committed partner in the battle against the devastating consequences of venous insufficiency.
“I was referred to Dr. Lalezarian from my orthopedic surgeon for varicose vein treatment options. From the second I walked into the office, I was at ease and felt very welcomed from Kimberly and the staff. Upon meeting the doctor, he was so kind and fully explained my options after the initial ultrasound on both legs. I decided to go with the sclerotherapy and am so happy that I did. The procedures were quick and virtually painless but the results are life changing for me. The pain suffered for so many years and countless sleepless nights are a thing of the past.”
Vickie W, March 2022
What is Vein Ultrasound?
A vein ultrasound is a non-invasive imaging technique that is used to visualize vessel structure and blood flow in the veins, usually in the legs. Ultrasound, also called sonography, uses sound waves to produce images of the inside of the body. Ultrasound equipment typically consists of a monitor where the image is displayed in real-time, and a transducer (a wand) that is placed directly on the skin over the area being investigated. With the help of ultrasound gel, high-frequency sound waves travel from the transducer into the body, and then bounce back to the transducer. The ultrasound equipment uses the sound waves to create an image. The vein ultrasound is then used to help diagnose varicose veins, venous insufficiency, & other vein-related conditions.
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What Does A Vein Ultrasound Show?
What To Expect During Your Vein Ultrasound
Vein ultrasound is 100% safe and generally painless. An ultrasound study typically takes between 30 and 45 minutes. There are no special preparations required for a leg ultrasound, however, you may be standing for a significant portion of the study, and the sonographer will need to access the various parts of your legs for a comprehensive exam. Comfortable, loose-fitting clothing is recommended for this reason, and you may be required to change into a gown during your appointment.
The sonographer will start by applying a clear water-based gel to your leg, after which the sonographer will place the vein ultrasound transducer against your skin at various locations along your leg. Be sure to share with your sonographer if you have any bruising or tenderness along your leg so that they can be more gentle when examining those regions. During the exam, the sonographer may make note of specific features that they’re seeing on the ultrasound monitor.
At the conclusion of the exam, the sonographer will wipe off the gel. If you changed into a gown, you will be asked to dress while the images are reviewed. Your vein specialist will analyze the images while you wait and share the results with you, and will likely discuss treatment options if relevant.
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