OVERVIEW

Introduction to Peripheral Vascular Ultrasound - Online Course is organized by Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute (GCUS) Inc..

Date of Original Release: 11/15/2022
This edition valid for credit through: 11/15/2025
1 year/365 days of Unlimited Access from date of purchase. Expires on 09/10/2026 if purchased today.

Overview:
Introduction to Peripheral Vascular Ultrasound Online Course is the first step in obtaining a strong foundation to begin performing and/or interpreting peripheral vascular duplex/color flow & indirect PV ultrasound examinations. The peripheral vascular ultrasound protocols are taught in accordance with AIUM and IAC guidelines.

In addition, a comprehensive review of diagnostic criteria and the incorporation of case studies for venous and arterial disease are also provided. This self-directed course is designed with thirteen modules and includes recommended reading assignments, online video lectures, case presentations, and post-activity quizzes. Enrollment is valid for 12 months (365 days) and begins the moment the participant is enrolled. Extend your online course access another 3 months with the addition of an onsite hands-on workshop or registration for a regularly scheduled GCUS scan workshop.

Topics:

Doppler and Color Fundamentals: Vascular Ultrasound
Venous Duplex Ultrasound: Anatomy, Physiology, & Examination Techniques
Lower Extremity Venous Duplex Ultrasound: Evaluation for DVT
Upper Extremity Venous Imaging
Ultrasound Evaluation of Venous Insufficiency
Ultrasound Evaluation for Venous Ablation Procedures
Ultrasound Evaluation of Venous Insufficiency Scan Demonstration
Peripheral Arterial Anatomy & Physiology
Evaluation of Upper Extremity Arteries
Evaluation of Lower Extremity Arteries
Management & Treatment of Peripheral Arterial Disease
Duplex Evaluation of Aneurysm/Pseudo-aneurysm, and Arterial Bypass Grafts
Arterial Grafts and Intraoperative Duplex/Color Flow Imaging.

Objectives:

Increase the participant’s knowledge to better perform and/or interpret upper and lower Peripheral Vascular ultrasound examinations.
Apply knowledge of the anatomy/physiology of the upper and lower extremity venous and arterial systems into the venous and arterial duplex and physiologic testing examinations.
Cite Doppler/color physics and be able to (sonographers) apply these principles to optimize system controls and/or (physicians) utilize this information for recognizing technical errors which may result in misdiagnosis.
Perform routine scan protocols, and document Doppler waveforms for lower extremity arterial and venous evaluations of the upper and lower extremity.
Differentiate normal/abnormal imaging, spectral Doppler and color characteristics for identifying arterial and venous disease.
List the indications and applications of indirect testing methods for lower arterial disease.
Cite the sonographic appearance of an abdominal aortic and popliteal aneurysm.
List the diagnostic criteria for aneurysm evaluation.
List the etiology of pseudo-aneurysm.
Recognize the duplex/color characteristics associated with pseudoaneurysm.
Demonstrate vein mapping techniques to identify suitability as a potential arterial bypass graft.
Perform routine scan protocols and document Doppler waveforms for venous evaluation of the lower extremities, including pre and post vein ablation evaluation.
State the role of ultrasound in the diagnosis and treatment of venous insufficiency.
Perform evaluation for venous insufficiency and patency of perforators for vein therapy treatment.