Credit Information
Credit Type
* AMA PRA Category 1™
Number of Credits
2
Course Overview
This course provides a comprehensive guide to the ultrasound techniques used for assessing the superficial venous system, crucial for procedures such as bypass grafting and hemodialysis access fistula creation. Learn how to evaluate veins like the great and small saphenous veins, as well as the cephalic and basilic veins, by mapping their course, diameter, and patency. Key topics include the identification of normal venous structures, common anatomical variations, and potential issues such as thrombus, varicosities, and calcifications. This course is ideal for clinicians performing pre-operative venous assessments for surgical procedures.
Course Objectives
After completing this activity, the participant will:
Describe the normal anatomical features of the great saphenous vein, small saphenous vein, cephalic vein and basilic vein
Identify pathology observed within the superficial veins
Describe the basic techniques of venous mapping
Identify limitations encountered during vein mapping
Describe diagnostic ultrasound criteria utilized in venous mapping
Target Audience
Physicians, sonographers, and others who perform and/or interpret ultrasound.
* AMA PRA Category 1 ™ credits are used by physicians and other groups like PAs and certain nurses. Category 1 credits are accepted by the ARDMS, CCI, ACCME, and Sonography Canada.
