Using 2D and color ultrasound to assess dialysis fistulas
Various ultrasound modes are invaluable while assessing blood vessels. Learn more about how to get the most out of your ultrasound exam by tweaking the settings.
In this lesson, you’ll find out how to set brightness for 2D ultrasound and how to adjust color scale for color ultrasound. You’ll also learn to recognize artifacts like color aliasing and color bruit.
Start the first chapter of our Ultrasound Masterclass: Dialysis Fistulas course for free
The fistula is the dialysis patient’s lifeline, and ultrasound is the best tool to assess its condition and to prevent fatal complications. In this course, we start with different types of dialysis access and fistula hemodynamics. We then dive deep into fistula assessment protocols, cover parameters used in reporting, and how to diagnose abnormal findings.
Assess fistulas and diagnose problems with ultrasound to ensure access to life-saving dialysis and prevent severe complications.