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Chapter 1

Venous anatomy and function

Here, you will learn the names and functions of leg veins. You will identify the valves, the calf pump, and use the Valsalva maneuver to get the most out of your hemodynamic assessment.
5 lessons
17m
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Chapter 2

Patient history, mechanisms of disease, and physical exam

Recognize the signs and symptoms, risk factors, and types of venous diseases to look for. Nail the physical exam and be on your way to a quick diagnosis.
3 lessons
9m
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Chapter 3

Venous testing with ultrasound

This chapter will introduce you to basic ultrasound principles, orientations, and physics to help you master the ultrasound machine for venous disease.
8 lessons
23m
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Chapter 4

Performing and interpreting a DVT ultrasound

We've briefly delved into venous disease and ultrasound scanning, now let's combine them! Perform and interpret a DVT study and recognize incidental findings.
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22m
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Chapter 5

Performing and interpreting the venous insufficiency ultrasound

Now that we can perform the basic DVT protocol, we move on to the insufficiency portion. We also discuss whether preoperative vein mapping is useful for bypass conduits.
6 lessons
18m
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Chapter 6

Therapeutic interventions and invasive tests

When ultrasound findings need confirmation, know what to order! We go over pros and cons of anticoagulants, D-dimer, venography, thrombectomy, IVC filters, and venous ablation.
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Elizabeth Tenny, BS RVT RDCS
Elizabeth is a Senior Vascular Sonographer at Stanford University’s hospital in Stanford, California.
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