Gulfcoast: Ultrasound Evaluation of the Upper Extremity Arterial System

Overview
Ultrasound Evaluation of the Upper Extremity Arterial System Training Video is designed to provide an introduction to the non-invasive evaluation of upper extremity arterial disease.

Topics

Upper Extremity Arterial Anatomy/Physiology
Atherosclerotic Disease
Indications and Contraindications for UE Arterial Examinations
Disease Processes for Large and Small Vessel Occlusive Disease
Diagnostic Methods for Upper Extremity Arterial Disease
Evaluation of Thoracic Outlet
Buerger’s Disease
Vasospastic Disorders such as Raynaud’s Syndrome

Objectives

Identify the upper extremity arterial anatomy and physiology.
Implement routine protocols for performing upper extremity arterial evaluations.
Recognize normal and abnormal arterial Doppler characteristics.
Recognize ultrasound characteristics of occlusive disease and vasospastic disorders.