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The purpose of a carotid-artery duplex scan is to detect the presence of atherosclerosis (narrowing caused by plaque) in your carotid arteries, which are the arteries in your neck that supply blood flow to your brain. Some indications for a carotid artery duplex scan include weakness, paralysis, or dysfunction of limbs, change in speech, visual disturbances, numbness or tingling in limbs, fainting, and balance disturbances. It may be ordered if there is a bruit (sound or murmur) detected when listening to the blood flow in your neck with his stethoscope. A water-based gel will be applied to your neck, and an ultrasound transducer will be used to obtain the images and sound of your blood flow. Wear comfortable clothes. This scan is painless and takes approximately 30 minutes.
The results of a Carotid Doppler can help identify artery blockages and circulation issues that may increase stroke risk. For a complete vascular assessment, explore our 24-Hour Blood Pressure Monitoring
Detecting the degree of narrowing or blockage in the carotid arteries, which can indicate a risk for stroke.
Assessing the presence and characteristics of atherosclerotic plaque in the arteries.
Identifying any abnormalities in blood flow that could indicate potential cardiovascular issues.
If you are experiencing symptoms of POTS or have been diagnosed with the condition, we are here to help. Please schedule an appointment with our specialists to start your journey toward better health.