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Carotid duplex?

DefinitionCarotid duplex is a procedure that uses ultrasound to look for blood clots, plaque buildup, and other blood flow problems in the carotid arteries. The carotid arteries are located in the neck. They supply blood to the brain.Alternative NamesScan - carotid duplex; Carotid ultrasoundHow the test is performedThe test is done in a vascular lab or radiology department of a hospital. You will be asked to lay on your back. Your head will be supported to prevent it from moving.The health care provider applies a water-soluble gel on your skin and gently runs a handheld device called a transducer over the area of the carotid arteries in your neck. The devices sends high-frequency sound waves to the arteries in your neck. The gel helps transmit the sound waves. The sound waves bounce off the blood vessels and form images of their structure.How to prepare for the testNo preparation is necessary.How the test will feelThe test is noninvasive and painless.Why the test is performedThe test checks blood flow in the carotid arteries. It can detect:Blood clotting (thrombosis)Narrowing in the arteries (stenosis)Other causes of blockage in the carotid arteriesYour doctor may order this test if you have had a:StrokeTransient ischemic attack (TIA)You may also have this test:If your doctor hears an abnormal sound called a bruit over the carotid neck arteriesAs a follow-up test after a previous carotid duplex testNormal ValuesA normal result means there is no problem with the blood flow in the carotid arteries. The artery is free of any blockage, narrowing, or other problem.Note: Talk to your doctor about the meaning of your specific test results.What abnormal results meanAn abnormal result means there are disturbances in the blood flow in the carotid arteries. This is a sign of atherosclerosis or blood vessel conditions.Depending on the exact results, your doctor may want you to:Follow a healthy diet and lifestyle to prevent atherosclerosisRepeat the test again in the futureHave additional tests (such as cerebral angiography, CT angiography, and MR angiography)Consider surgerySee the article on atherosclerosis for further treatment information.What the risks areThere are no specific risks related to having this procedure.ReferencesU.S. Preventive Services Task Force. Screening for carotid artery stenosis: U.S. Preventive Services Task Force recommendation statement. Ann Intern Med. 2007;147(12):854-859.Meschia JF, Brott TG, Hobson RW 2nd. Diagnosis and invasive management of carotid atherosclerotic stenosis. Mayo Clin Proc. 2007;82(7):851-858.


Varicose vein - noninvasive treatment?

DefinitionVaricose veinsare swollen, twisted, painful veins that have filled with blood. They usually develop in the legs. Your doctor may be able to treat them in noninvasive ways instead of vein stripping, the traditional surgery for this problem.Alternative NamesSclerotherapy; Laser therapy - varicose veins; Radiofrequency vein ablation; Endovenous thermal ablation; Transilluminated power phlebotomy; Endovenous laser ablation; Varicose vein therapyDescriptionNormally, valves in your veins keep your blood flowing so it does not collect in one place. But the valves in varicose veins are either damaged or missing. This causes the veins to remain filled with blood, especially when you are standing.Nonsurgical treatments for this problem are done in a doctor's office or clinic. You will receive local anesthesia to numb your leg. You will be awake but not feel pain.Sclerotherapy is one common treatment. Your doctor will inject saline (saltwater) or a chemical solution into the varicose vein. The vein will harden and then disappear.Newer methods are also being use to treat varicose veins. One is called radiofrequency ablation. Another is called endovenous laser ablation. Each of these uses intense heat to treat the vein. During these procedures:Your doctor will puncture the varicose vein. Ultrasound (a painless way to see inside your leg) will guide your doctor during the treatment.Your doctor will thread a catheter (a flexible tube) through the vein up to your groin. The doctor will inject a special solution into your vein to numb it.Intense heat will reach the vein through the catheter in the vein. The heat will close off and destroy the vein. The vein will disappear over time.Why the Procedure Is PerformedMost patients should try self-care treatments first. Common self-care includes keeping your leg elevated and wearing compression stockings. If self-care does not help, talk with your doctor about which treatment might be best for you.Varicose vein therapy may be recommended for:Leg pain, often described as heavy or tiredUlcers or sores that are caused by poor blood flow in the veinsImproving the appearance of the leg. This is a common reason for sclerotherapy.Lipodermatosclerosis - fatty tissue under that skin that hardens over time from high blood pressure in a veinRisksThese treatments are generally safe. Ask your doctor about specific problems that might occur.The risks for any anesthesia are:Allergic reactions to medicinesBreathing problemsThe risks for any procedure are:BleedingInfectionBruisingThe risks of endovenous laser ablation are:Blood clots(call your doctor if your feet or legs swell or get warm or hot)Pulmonary embolism (a blood clot in your lungs)Thrombophlebitis(inflammation in a vein with a blood clot that attaches to the vein)Paresthesias (prickly, tingly skin)Opening of the treated veinSkin burns from the heated catheterThe risks of sclerotherapy are:Vein irritationBlocked blood flow in the treated veinThe solution leaks out of the vein into other tissue. This can damage surrounding tissue and cause ulcers to form.The risks of any treatment for varicose veins are:Bruising or scarringNerve injuryReturn of the varicose vein over timeBefore the ProcedureAlways tell your doctor or nurse:If you are or could be pregnantWhat drugs you are taking, even drugs, supplements, or herbs you bought without a prescription.You may be asked to stop taking aspirin, ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), warfarin (Coumadin), and any other drugs that make it hard for your blood to clot several days before your treatment.After the ProcedureYour legs may be wrapped with bandages to control swelling and bleeding for 2 to 3 days after your treatment.Usually patients can start their normal activities within a day or so after many of these treatments. You will need to wear compression stockings during the day for a week after treatment.Your doctor may look inside your leg using ultrasound a few days after treatment to make sure the vein is sealed off.Outlook (Prognosis)These treatments are usually very successful. They reduce pain, and they also are a good way to improve the appearance of the leg. Many of these treatments cause very little scarring, bruising, or swelling.ReferencesFreischlag JA, Heller JA. Venous disease. In: Townsend CM, Beauchamp RD, Evers BM, Mattox KL, eds. Sabiston Textbook of Surgery. 18th ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2008:chap 68.Nijsten T, van den Bos RR, Goldman MP, et al. Minimally invasive techniques in the treatment of saphenous varicose veins. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology. Jan 2009;60(1).


Carotid artery disease?

DefinitionThe carotid arteries provide the main blood supply to the brain. There carotid arteries are located on each side of your neck under the jawline.Carotid artery disease is a condition in which these arteries become narrowed or blocked. When the arteries become narrowed, the condition is called carotid stenosis.Alternative NamesCarotid stenosis; Stenosis - carotidCauses, incidence, and risk factorsCarotid artery disease occurs when sticky, fatty substances called plaque build up in the inner lining of the arteries. See: Atherosclerosis(hardening of the arteries)The plaque may slowly block or narrow the carotid artery or cause a clot (thrombus) to form. Clots can lead to stroke.Risk factors for blockage or narrowing of the arteries include:High blood pressureDiabetesHeart diseaseHigh cholesterolHeavy alcohol useKidney disease, especially when dialysis is neededCocaine abuseFamily history of strokeIncreasing ageSmoking is also a risk factor. Smoking increases the risk of most types of stroke. People who smoke one pack a day have over two times the risk of stroke compared to nonsmokers.Two uncommon conditions called Marfan syndrome and fibromuscular dysplasia (abnormal growth or development of the cells in the walls of carotid arteries) may also cause narrowing of the carotid arteries.SymptomsYou may not have any symptoms.You may have symptoms of a stroke or a transient ischemic attack(TIA). Some of these symptoms include:Weakness in one part of your bodyBlurred visionConfusionLoss of memoryProblems with speech and languageLoss of sensationSigns and testsYour health care provider will perform a physical exam. The health care provider may hear an abnormal sound called a bruit when using a stethoscope to listen to the blood flow in your neck.A physical exam may also reveal clots in the blood vessels of the eye. If you have had a stroke or TIA, a neurological exam will reveal other problems.The following tests may be done:Blood tests to check cholesterol and triglyceridesBlood sugar (glucose) testUltrasound of the carotid arteries (carotid duplex or doppler study) to see how well blood is flowing through the carotid arteryThe following imaging tests may be used to examine the blood vessels in the neck and brain:Magnetic resonance angiography (MRA)Computerized tomographic angiography (CTA)Carotid or cerebral angiographyTreatmentTreatment options include:No treatment, other than checking your carotid artery with tests every yearMedicine and diet to lower your cholesterol and control your blood pressureBlood-thinning medicines to lower your risk of stroke; some of these medicines are aspirin, clopidogrel (Plavix), and warfarin (Coumadin)Surgery, called carotid endarterectomy, to remove the buildup in your carotid arteries may help prevent new strokes from occurring in persons with large blockages in their neck arteries. See: Carotid artery surgeryExpectations (prognosis)Stroke is a leading cause of death in the United States. Some people who have a stroke recover most or all of their functions. Others die from the stroke itself or from complications. About half of those who have a stroke have long-term problems.ComplicationsThe major complication associated with carotid artery disease are:Transient ischemic attack (TIA). This is an episode in which a person has stroke -like symptoms for less than 24 hours, usually less than 1-2 hours. A TIA is often considered a warning sign that a stroke may happen in the future if something is not done to prevent it.Stroke. A stroke can happen when a blood vessel in any part of the brain is blocked. The blood through the narrowed carotid artery may slow so much that a clot forms. A stroke may also occur if a small piece of a blood clot breaks off and travels to a smaller artery in the brain.Calling your health care providerGo to the emergency room or call the local emergency number (such as 911) as soon as symptoms occur. When having a stroke, every second of delay can result in more brain injury.PreventionThe following can help prevent a stroke:Avoid fatty foods. Follow a healthy, low-fat diet.Do not drink more than 1 to 2 alcoholic drinks a day.Exercise regularly: 30 minutes a day if you are not overweight; 60 - 90 minutes a day if you are overweight.Quit smoking.Get your blood pressure checked every 1 - 2 years, especially if high blood pressure runs in your family. If you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or have had stroke, you need to have it checked more often. Ask your doctor.Everyone should keep their blood pressure below 120-130/80 mmHg. If you have diabetes or have had a stroke, you may need to strive for a lower blood pressure. Ask your doctor what it should be.Adults should have their cholesterol checked every 5 years and treated, if needed. If you have been treated for high cholesterol, you will need it checked more often.If you have diabetes, heart disease, or hardening of the arteries somewhere else in your body, your LDL "bad" cholesterol should be lower than 70 mg/dL.Follow your doctor's treatment recommendations if you have high blood pressure, diabetes, high cholesterol, and heart disease.ReferencesGoldstein LB. Prevention and management of stroke. In: Libby P, Bonow RO, Mann DL, Zipes DP, eds. Libby: Braunwald's Heart Disease: A Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine. 8th ed. Saunders;2007:chap 58.Zivin JA. Hemorrhagic cerebrovascular disease. In: Goldman L, Ausiello D, eds. Cecil Medicine. 23rd ed. Philadelphia, Pa: Saunders Elsevier; 2007:chap 432.