Vascular Diagnostics

What Is Vascular Diagnostics And Screening

A set of non-invasive medical tests that utilize ultrasound technology to evaluate the health of a patient's blood vessels (arteries and veins), assessing blood flow and identifying potential problems like blockages, narrowing, or aneurysms, often used as a preventative measure to detect early signs of vascular disease before symptoms appear.

Our Diagnostic and Screening Services

Early detection of vascular disease is key to preventing complications such as stroke, heart attack, and limb loss. We offer a comprehensive range of diagnostic and screening services to evaluate circulation and vascular health, including:

Non-Invasive Vascular Testing

• Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI) Test – A simple test to assess blood flow in the legs and detect PAD.
• Carotid Ultrasound – Uses sound waves to check for narrowed arteries that could lead to a stroke.
• Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening – Ultrasound to detect aneurysms in the aorta before they rupture.
• Venous Doppler Ultrasound – Evaluates vein function and identifies deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or venous insufficiency.
• Transcranial Doppler (TCD) Ultrasound – Measures blood flow in the brain’s arteries to assess stroke risk.

Advanced Imaging and Diagnostic Procedures

• CT Angiography (CTA) and MR Angiography (MRA) – Provides highly detailed images of arteries and veins to detect blockages, aneurysms, and malformations.
• Peripheral Arterial Doppler Studies – Examines circulation in the arms and legs to diagnose PAD.
• Renal Artery Ultrasound – Detects blockages that could lead to high blood pressure or kidney disease.
• Treadmill Stress Testing for PAD – Evaluates how blood flow changes with exercise.

Our Prevention Approach

Vascular diseases often develop silently, making prevention strategies essential for long-term health. We focus on early risk identification and proactive management, including:

• Vascular Risk Assessments – Evaluating family history, lifestyle factors, and existing health conditions to determine individual risk.
• Cholesterol and Blood Pressure Management – Controlling key risk factors for atherosclerosis and arterial disease.
• Smoking Cessation Support – Helping patients quit smoking, the leading preventable cause of vascular disease.
• Diabetes and Vascular Health Programs – Providing specialized care for patients at high risk of PAD and other vascular complications.
• Exercise and Nutrition Counseling – Encouraging heart-healthy diets and physical activity to promote circulation.
• Blood Clot Prevention Strategies – Identifying patients at risk for DVT, PE, and stroke and implementing preventive care.

AtlantiCare’s multidisciplinary team works with each patient to develop a personalized prevention plan, ensuring early intervention and lifelong vascular health.