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Risk Factors of Vascular Studies
Risks of the Procedure
There is no radiation used and generally no discomfort from the application of the ultrasound transducer to the skin.
For some patients, having to lie still on the examination table for the length of the procedure may cause some discomfort or pain.
There may be other risks depending upon your specific medical condition. Be sure to discuss any concerns with your physician prior to the procedure.
Certain factors or conditions may interfere with a vascular study. These factors include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Smoking for at least an hour before the test, as smoking causes blood vessels to constrict
- Severe obesity
- Cardiac dysrhythmias/arrhythmias (irregular heart rhythms)
- Cardiac disease