Ultrasound mapping is performed as part of pre-operative planning for procedures such as sclerotherapy and varicose vein surgery. This SIMTICS module teaches you how to prepare for and perform preoperative vein-artery ultrasound mapping, and how to scan for signs of upper limb venous thrombosis. The interactive simulator provides three different scenarios to test your ability to perform this type of scan. Online simulations enable students and practitioners to build or refresh knowledge and cognitive skills, and offer a safe practice environment so you can prepare for the real clinical world. You can also use simulations to try out procedures that you might not otherwise experience. This module is ideal if you are studying for the American Registry for Diagnostic Medical Sonography (ARDMS) registry exams.
You’ll learn
- to practice, perfect and test your skills in using ultrasound to perform vessel mapping
- how to prepare and position your patient for ultrasound vein-artery mapping
- the mapping protocols for each type of procedure, such as arteriovenous fistula (AVF), sclerotherapy, perforator veins and varicosity marking, venous bypass graft
- to better visualize and understand the key structures and components of the arterial and venous systems of the upper limb, and the venous system of the lower limb, with our 3D model and illustrations
- how to identify on images the pathology of upper limb venous thrombosis
- much more (see “Content Details” for more specific information).
