Carotid duplex
Definition
Carotid duplex is an ultrasound test that shows how well blood is flowing through the carotid arteries. The carotid arteries are located in the neck. They supply blood to the brain.
Carotid duplex
Alternate Names : Scan - carotid duplex, Carotid ultrasound
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Carotid duplex ultrasound - This test uses sound waves to create pictures.
Carotid duplex Doppler ultrasound - Detects blockage of the carotid arteries, the main arteries leading to the brain
Tests may also be done to rule out other causes of dementia.
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To assess the carotid arteries in the neck, a carotid duplex scan may be performed.
Carotid duplex
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Extremity arteriography
Intravascular ultrasound (IVUS)
Magnetic resonance arteriography (MRA)
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Carotid duplex ultrasound looks at the carotid artery in the neck.
Duplex ultrasound of the extremities looks at the arms or legs.
Renal duplex ultrasound examines the kidneys and their blood vessels.
A concomitant carotid duplex scan should be obtained to detect progression of carotid stenosis in an effort to identify those patients who may benefit from surgical intervention.
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 See also: Stroke, Stenosis, Angiography, Symptom, X-Ray
  
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