Comparison between vascular Doppler ultrasound and contrast exams in chronic peripheral arterial disease
Alex Aparecido Cantador,
Ana Terezinha Guillaumon
Abstract:Background Vascular Doppler ultrasound (DUS) has evolved over recent years because of improvements in the technology involved in the acquisition and processing of sound and image data. The method is an excellent option for use in diagnosis of peripheral arterial disease considering its availability, low cost, and absence of harmful effects. The breakdown of logistics supply chains caused by the COVID-19 pandemic caused worldwide shortages of iodinated contrast, highlighting the need to validate alternative dia… Show more
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