Neurosonologist consultations and examinations
Neurosonology is a type of ultrasound examination of the blood vessels in your neck and head. It is a completely safe and painless procedure, similar to when a pregnant woman examines her fetus. With a special device, the doctor can: – See the structure of the blood vessels; – Measure the speed of blood flow; – Assess whether the blood vessels are narrow, blocked, or healthy.
When is a neurosonology examination necessary?
Neurosonology is an examination of the blood vessels of the neck and head using the ultrasound duplex sonography method. A doctor may recommend neurosonology if you have problems with blood pressure, unexplained dizziness or headaches, suspicion of vascular occlusion or narrowing, high cholesterol, heart problems, or after a stroke/mini-stroke. The examination is performed lying down or in a semi-sitting position – a gel is applied to the neck and forehead and the blood vessels are scanned with a sensor. The procedure lasts 20–30 minutes, is painless, and you can continue your daily activities immediately after it. Neurosonology is a safe and effective way to assess the blood supply to the brain.
What is Duplex Scanning?
Duplex scanning is a safe and painless ultrasound examination that allows you to assess blood flow in the arteries. This method allows you to obtain both an image of the blood vessels and determine the direction and speed of the flow, which helps to notice changes in time. The procedure is non-invasive, does not harm health and is suitable for any age, and it can be repeated as often as necessary.
What is carotid duplex scanning and in what cases is it used?
Carotid artery duplex scanning is performed to determine the thickness of the blood vessel walls and possible narrowing. If blood flow is impaired, headaches, dizziness, confusion, drowsiness, temporary blindness, speech, sensory or movement disorders may occur, which may indicate a risk of stroke. The examination is also used to evaluate the results of treatment, detect separation of wall layers or evaluate blood flow before major surgery. Dopplerography allows for a detailed examination of the blood vessels of the head and neck, nerves, joints, thyroid gland and other organs, as well as to diagnose congenital vascular problems, atherosclerosis and other risks.
When is a consultation with a neurosonologist necessary?
neurosonology examination is recommended if you or your doctor observe the following signs: persistent or frequently recurring headaches, dizziness and balance disorders, abnormal blood pressure, elevated cholesterol levels, cervical spine problems, other unclear symptoms that could indicate circulatory disorders This method is especially valuable after: a stroke or microstroke, head or neck trauma, surgery on blood vessels Neurosonology helps to assess not only the blood vessels of the brain, but can also provide important information about the condition of other organs (such as the kidneys), which could cause a secondary increase in blood pressure. Our medical center is waiting for you with understandable and responsive specialists who use modern ultrasound methods to: accurately diagnose problems, develop an individual treatment plan, regularly monitor the effectiveness of treatment, provide objective information about your health condition, If necessary, the examination can be repeated to assess the results of treatment and make its correction.
