Vascular Sonography Procedures II

Catalog description

Continuation of AL 393 to include discussion of the anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology of the abdominal and peripheral vascular systems. The focus will be on the abdominal vasculature and on the arterial and venous systems of the upper extremities. Hemodynamics, Doppler waveforms, pressure measurements, plethysmography, appropriate pharmacology, sonographic appearance and scanning techniques will be discussed. Therapeutic intervention includes arterial and venous systems, non-invasive testing, and exam protocols. Prerequisite: Admission to the Diagnostic Medical Sonography program or consent.