False Aneurysm

Ultrasound scanning protocol for false aneurysm

Suspected false aneurysm following angiography procedure Assess: The area of swelling for presence of haematoma mass and/or false aneurysm at the puncture site CFA above and below puncture site Standard documentation: Colour images and Pulse wave spectral trace of the CFA above and below the puncture site Longitudinal and transverse images of the puncture site/area of swelling Measure size of haematoma/false aneurysm if present Colour images of the puncture site/area of swelling, in particular to document the caliber and length of the neck of the false aneurysm if present Pulse wave spectral traxe of the false aneurysm if present Dynamic clip stores as required

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