DVT Doppler Ultrasound Scan-One Limb Price: £215
What is DVT (Deep Vein thrombosis)?
Deep vein thrombosis is an occlusive or non-occlusive clot formation in one of the veins, usually happen in the legs. DVT or blood clot in the veins is one of the medical emergencies. The most common symptoms of a DVT is pain, swelling, and tenderness in one of the limbs.
DVT Ultrasound assessments at our Central London Clinic
London Private Ultrasound offers urgent DVT Ultrasound Scan to the patients over 18 years old. This scan includes the evaluation of deep veins and superficial veins.
The DVT scan includes evaluation of the deep veins and superficial (under the skin veins) and junction between deep and superficial veins. The DVT scan of the leg is the most common kind of the DVT, this scan includes the evaluation of the following veins and junctions: Femoral vein Saphenofemoral junction Popliteal vein Saphenopopliteal junction. Deep calf veins (posterior tibial and peroneal veins). LSV and SSV Dilated perforators.
This Unilateral scan allows the scanning of one leg, we do however offer services for a complete picture of your vascular health and also a specific DVT scan of both lower limbs or as necessary. You may also be interested in our specific assessments for leg pain if you are worrying about pains that persistently present during rest or physical activity, the technical terms for these diagnosis include Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) and venous insufficiency.
Book Online DVT Doppler Ultrasound Scan – One Limb
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DVT potentially can be serious and you should get medical help urgently if you think you have a DVT. Ultrasound is being used to confirm or exclude the presence of DVT in thigh, calf, arm, forearm or in other deep veins like portal vein in your liver. In some cases, DVT can be asymptomatic. The common symptoms of DVT are as below:
- Pain, swelling, tenderness, skin redness
- Heavy ache in the affected area
- Warm skin in the area of the clot
The preferred test for the diagnosis of acute DVT is Complete Doppler (duplex) ultrasound (CDUS). The opinion of the National Blood Clot Alliance is that, an ultrasound finds about 95 percent of DVTs in the large veins above the knee. Usually, no other test is required if a clot is identified through ultrasound. Ultrasound identifies only about 60 to 70 percent of DVTs in calf veins.
The DVT scan includes evaluation of the deep veins and superficial (under the skin veins) and junction between deep and superficial veins.
The DVT scan of the leg is the most common kind of the DVT, this scan includes the evaluation of the following veins and junctions:
Femoral vein
Saphenofemoral junction
Popliteal vein
Saphenopopliteal junction.
Deep calf veins (posterior tibial and peroneal veins).
LSV and SSV
Dilated perforators
No preparation is necessary for DVT scan.
Our Ultrasound Specialists will explain the procedure before your scan. You will be provided with a gown to respect your dignity, and you will be guided to lie down on your back. A small amount of water-based gel will be applied to your skin. Our specialist will move the probe on your affected body part to produce diagnostic ultrasound images. You will not feel any discomfort during your ultrasound scan. A DVT ultrasound scan is regularly completed within 20-30 minutes. Our sonographer will recommend the best course of action depending on the ultrasound scan findings.
In some cases, if we find DVT in your vein, we will recommend a relevant blood test.
You will receive your results verbally or written after the scan. However, the Sonographer will examine the relevant images after your appointment and prepare a written report urgently or within 24 hours with any recommended actions. The report will be sent to you so that you can share the findings with your doctor, if required.
There are no risks or side effects associated with the DVT ultrasound scan. Ultrasound does not use any radiation, which is why doctors prefer to use them to check on developing babies in pregnant women.
Matt Washbrook2024-06-11Excellent service, lovely bedside manner. Professional, informative and friendly
Fatheha Kadir2024-06-11Amazing service - worth it for peace of mind. I got an appointment within 24 hours. Excellent communication and all results were explained during the appointment by Ashleigh. She was so kind and took her time to answer any questions I had. If I need another ultrasound I’ll be coming back. Thank you!
Julio Cesar Nadalini2024-06-08Very good service.
Lukas Vijeru2024-06-08Very fast and efficient. Definitely recommended.
Nan LU2024-06-06Today, my wife had an early pregnancy ultrasound, and we are extremely grateful for Miss Ashleigh's patience and thorough explanation. We are reassured to know that our baby is doing well. Thank you, Miss Ashleigh, for providing such excellent care and support during this special time.
Jayne Jackson2024-06-05My practitioner, I think his name was Mr Mikhael, was very professional and kind. He put me at ease and was very patient. And gave me information as to the best socks to buy to avoid swelling in the heat.
tunder amedzad2024-06-04I had to make an urgent same day appointment and luckily found this clinic online. Super amazing, helpful, friendly, & professional staff. Very quick and efficient. Highly recommended if in need of health assessment.
ketty Innamorato2024-06-04I had a very good experience: fast and easy online booking, excellent service, friendly and professional staff.
pim bhambra2024-06-01Really good place to get a scan, very professional and friendly. Made me feel comfortable, and explained everything to me. Definitely would use again if needed.
Kerry Ann Haywood2024-06-01Very easy to find and brilliant service in every way . Very nice doctor and assistant nurse :)
