Carotid Artery Screening
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
We will evaluate for atherosclerosis (plaque) in the carotid arteries which carry blood flow to the brain. Narrowing of the carotid arteries can cause a stroke.
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
AAA is a ballooning of the abdominal aorta; it often has no symptoms and can be life threatening if the aorta ruptures.
Peripheral Arterial Screening
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
Peripheral Arterial Screening
We will evaluate perfusion (blood flow) to the ankles. Symptoms of decreased flow include pain and/or numbness of the leg(s); also the leg muscles may give out after walking a certain distance.