We employ an array of advanced diagnostic resources to precisely diagnose and treat your vascular condition. Our diagnostic resources include:
- Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) – ABI testing is done to screen for peripheral arterial disease by measuring the blood pressure at the ankle and arm while at rest and then after exercise.
- Pulse Volume Recordings (PVR) – PVR testing is done to screen for peripheral arterial disease by use of blood pressure cuffs both on the arms and legs and a handheld ultrasound device which measures the arterial blood flow, also in the arms and legs.
- Ultrasound – Ultrasound uses sound waves instead of radiation to create images of body parts. Minneapolis Vascular Physicians use ultrasound imaging to help diagnose and determine plans of treatment for our patients.
- Abdominal Ultrasound – Ultrasound uses sound waves instead of radiation to capture images of the abdominal organs.
- Carotid Ultrasound – Ultrasound uses sound waves instead of radiation to capture images of the main arteries in the neck that supply blood to the brain.
- Vascular Ultrasound – Ultrasound uses sound waves instead of radiation to capture images of the blood vessels in your extremities.
- CT – Computed Tomography, or CAT scan, uses a small amount of radiation to produce detailed cross-sectional images of the body. In some instances, patients may be given an intravenous injection to increase the contrast between different tissues.
- MRI – MRI is an advanced medical imaging technique. MRI makes use of strong magnets and radio waves to create cross-sectional images of the body. No radiation is used. MRI images are highly detailed and provide insight into a wide variety of medical conditions. In some instances, patients may be given an intravenous injection to increase the contrast between different tissues.
- Angiography (Angiogram) – Angiogram is an X-ray exam of the blood vessels (veins and arteries) to identify blockages and/or other blood vessel problems. An interventional radiologist will insert a catheter (thin tube) into the artery through a small cut in the skin. A contrast agent (X-ray dye) is then injected to make the blood vessels visible in the X-ray.