The circulatory process can be disrupted as a result of the formation of thrombi, atherosclerosis and other pathologies of blood vessels and veins. Getting detailed information will make it possible to correctly diagnose. To do this, ultrasound dopplerography is prescribed.
This method shows the state of the circulatory system in real time, by outputting sound and graphic information and estimating the flow rate of the arterial and venous streams. The procedure has practically no contraindications and is completely painless.
Ultrasonic dopplerography of vessels of lower extremities
Examination may be necessary if there is a course of pathological processes in the blood supply system, in particular in the presence of abnormalities in the vessels, you are noted:
- constant numbness of the legs;
- pain during walking and running;
- lameness in the absence of obvious causes;
- weakness of limbs;
- feeling cold in the legs.
Ultrasonic dopplerography of the vessels may be necessary for such diseases:
- Atherosclerosis, resulting from the deposition of plaque arteries on the walls.
- obliterating endarteritis , accompanied by inflammation in small veins and vessels of the foot and lower leg;
- diabetes mellitus, during which atherosclerosis is more pronounced and affects not only large arteries, but also capillaries.
Ultrasonic dopplerography of veins of lower extremities
On the presence of problems with the veins testify:
- swelling;
- redness of the skin;
- enlarged veins protruding outwards;
- the appearance of vascular asterisks;
- sores that do not go away for a long time.
Dopplerography allows you to assess the diameter of the veins and identify the presence of blood clots. The doctor receives information not only about the veins on the surfaces, but also about the deep located (femoral, iliac, etc.). In this case, such diseases are found:
- thrombosis, which resulted from the overlap of the lumen of the veins;
- varicose , formed as a result of blood stagnation.
Ultrasonic dopplerography of cerebral vessels
UZGD in this case is prescribed to patients suffering from noise in the ears, opacity in the eyes, insomnia, fatigue, changes in sensitivity and impaired motor function. Using the procedure, you can identify:
- aneurysms;
- spasm of blood vessels;
- other disorders of blood flow in the brain.
The doctor assesses the likelihood of stroke as well as the risks of complications in surgical interventions.