“…For more information, read the Vascular Disease Patient Information Page on venous reflux testing. 1 This test takes place in a vascular lab and is performed by a trained vascular ultrasonographer. The ultrasound determines which superficial vessels are having problems returning blood to the heart by having backflow of blood (known as venous reflux).…”
Section: How Is Superficial Venous Disease Diagnosed?mentioning
“…For more information, read the Vascular Disease Patient Information Page on venous reflux testing. 1 This test takes place in a vascular lab and is performed by a trained vascular ultrasonographer. The ultrasound determines which superficial vessels are having problems returning blood to the heart by having backflow of blood (known as venous reflux).…”
Section: How Is Superficial Venous Disease Diagnosed?mentioning
“…For more information on ultrasounds, please see the Patient Information Page titled "Venous reflux testing". 2 Occasionally, further imaging is necessary, such as a computed tomography (CT) scan to look for compression of the veins in the abdomen and pelvis.…”
Section: What Tests Are Used To Diagnose Vlus?mentioning
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