Dec 5, 2023 · Doppler ultrasound is a noninvasive test that can be used to measure the blood flow through your blood vessels. It works by bouncing high-frequency sound waves off red …

Aug 9, 2024 · Diagnosis To diagnose peripheral artery disease (PAD), a healthcare professional examines you. You are usually asked questions about your symptoms and medical history. If …

The ankle-brachial index test compares the blood pressure in the ankle with the blood pressure in the arm. A low ankle-brachial index number can mean there is narrowing or blockage of the …

May 17, 2022 · Arteriovenous fistulas usually occur in the legs but can develop anywhere in the body. An arteriovenous fistula may be surgically created for use in dialysis in people with …

Jan 15, 2025 · Carotid (kuh-ROT-id) ultrasound is a procedure that uses sound waves to look at blood flow through the carotid arteries. The carotid arteries are a pair of blood vessels on each …

Diagnosis Giant cell arteritis can be difficult to diagnose because its early symptoms resemble those of other common conditions. For this reason, your doctor will try to rule out other …

May 27, 2022 · Innocent heart murmurs don't usually need treatment. If a fever or an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) causes a murmur, the murmur usually goes away once that condition …

Mar 2, 2022 · Claudication may go undiagnosed because many people consider the pain to be an unwelcome but typical part of aging. Some people simply reduce their activity level to avoid …

Oct 13, 2023 · Diagnosis To diagnose a heart arrhythmia, a healthcare professional examines you and asks about your medical history and symptoms. You may have tests to check your heart …

Aug 9, 2024 · Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a common condition in which narrowed arteries reduce blood flow to the arms or legs. This condition also may be called peripheral arterial …