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MAY 2025 

Vascular Ultrasound Imaging course

Location: Birmingham

Date: 13-14th May 2025

Event Summary: 14 CPD points in accordance with the RCR CPD scheme
Join us for an intensive two day, socially distanced course on the application of duplex, pulsed wave, colour and power Doppler techniques in the investigation of the abdominal, extra and intra-cranial and Peripheral vasculature.

Structure:

Theory lectures are supported by practical hands-on scanning workshops, facilitated by our expert faculty. The lectures cover the basic principles of techniques and a review of the current state of ultrasound arteriography and venography, whilst the practical workshops provide 1:1 supervised scanning opportunities in small groups.

Topics include: 

Haemodynamics and Doppler Ultrasound, Lower limb arteries, Investigation carotid and vertebral arteries, Superficial venous system, Intracranial vasculature, Lower Limb Deep venous system, Ultrasound in surgical procedures, Upper limb vasculature, Ultrasound imaging in surgery, Aorta and branches, Stent and graft surveillance, Ultrasound monitoring of haemodialysis, Artefacts and errors.

Clinical lectures include:

  • Normal vasculature and variants
  • Examination protocols
  • Currently accepted diagnostic criteria
  • Case histories
  • Pitfalls in interpretation

There will also be the opportunity to practice EVLA ultrasound guided simulation with phantom under the guidance of a experienced vascular surgeon.

All delegates are invited to the complementary course dinner on Tuesday 13th May.

Booking Link: https://www.wessexdiagnostic.com/courses/vascular-ultrasound-imaging-course/

Event Programme Link: https://www.wessexdiagnostic.com/courses/vascular-ultrasound-imaging-course/