Abdominal and Peripheral Duplex Scan
Extra Cranial Cerebrovascular Duplex Scan
Abdominal Duplex Scan
Venous Duplex Scan Upper and Lower Limbs
Photoplethysmography
Peripheral Arterial Study

Peripheral Arterial Study

The first investigation of peripheral arterial disease is segmental arterial pressures, measuring the ankle/brachial pressure indices. This is combined with Doppler waveform analysis and Treadmill exercise testing. The patient is monitored and a 12 lead E.C.G. is performed prior to and on completion of the exercise phase.

Segmental arterial pressures combined with Doppler waveforms and treadmill exercise is the most accurate and cost effective method to screen for peripheral arterial occlusive disease.

If abnormal Doppler waveforms and ankle brachial pressure indices, pre or post exercise, are found in the patient, he/she will be given an appointment for further testing in the form of abdominal and peripheral arterial duplex scanning.

Please note:
When referring a patient for peripheral arterial study, we will perform, segmental Doppler pressures, and will only proceed to abdominal and peripheral duplex scan if an abnormality is found.