DocmedED 2025 Noninvasive Vascular Imaging

This teaching activity offers a comprehensive review of recent developments and issues in noninvasive vascular imaging. Faculty discuss state-of-the-art ultrasound and Doppler techniques used to evaluate the abdominal and peripheral arterial and venous vascular systems. In addition, diagnostic pearls and pitfalls, associated with non-invasive vascular imaging are discussed. Faculty have been chosen for their expertise and outstanding teaching abilities.

Target Audience ▼

This activity is intended and designed to offer educational opportunities to radiologists, vascular surgeons, cardiologists, sonographers and other clinicians interested in learning more about noninvasive vascular ultrasound.

Scientific Sponsor ▼

Educational Symposia

Educational Objectives ▼

At the completion of this CME teaching activity, you should be able to:

Discuss the latest techniques in the noninvasive diagnosis of endovascular disease, including venous and carotid imaging.
Assess new developments in vascular imaging.
Discuss the utility of ultrasound and Doppler imaging when used to evaluate the aorta, carotid arteries, and peripheral vascular system.
Utilize ultrasound to evaluate abdominal transplants, endostents, bypass grafts and dialysis fistula.
Utilize ultrasound to evaluate the venous system of the upper and lower extremities.
Describe the appropriate role of ultrasound in the evaluation of the renal, mesenteric and hepatic arteries.

 
+ Topics:

Core Doppler & Hemodynamics

Doppler Blood Flow Imaging & Spectral Analysis – foundational principles
Understanding Hemodynamics for Vascular Testing – physiology meets imaging
Doppler Waveform Interpretation – decoding vascular signals

Cerebrovascular Imaging

Current Carotid Protocols & Techniques
Carotid Duplex Criteria Evolution – from Strandness to IAC
Subclavian & Vertebral Artery Evaluation
Post-TCAR Ultrasound Findings
Unusual Cerebrovascular Cases & Difficult Carotid Cases – expert panel reviews

Peripheral & Venous Imaging

Duplex Exam Protocols for Extremity Veins
DVT Diagnosis via Doppler
Managing Acute DVT & Post-Thrombotic Changes
Pelvic Venous Compression Syndromes
Venous Reflux Exam Optimization
Challenging Venous Cases – panel discussion

Arterial Disease & Interventions

Physiologic Testing for Arterial Occlusive Disease
Peripheral Arterial Disease Assessment – duplex and color Doppler
Bypass Grafts & Stents Evaluation
Pseudoaneurysms & Arteriovenous Fistulas – diagnosis and treatment

Advanced Techniques & Updates

Advancements in Vascular Ultrasound – emerging tools and protocols