.: ultrasound of leg veins

What is an Ultrasound of the leg veins?

An ultrasound scan of your leg veins will assess the size, site and function of the veins in your legs.  A small hand-held transducer which sends out sound waves is moved over your leg after gel has been applied.  Images are formed on a TV screen and pictures are taken of these.

How long will the examination take?

The examination will take about 30 minutes.

Preparation

There is no special preparation for this examination.

In the Department

• On arrival at Fulford Radiology Services Ltd please check in at the Reception Desk, where your details will be checked. 
• You will then be taken to the Ultrasound room.
• Depending on the examination, you may need to change into a hospital gown.  
• Generally examinations run to a tight schedule, so please be on time.  Occasionally, urgent procedures need to be fitted in at short notice and you may be asked to wait.

How will you feel?

The examination should cause you no discomfort although some people feel a small amount of tenderness in the area being examined.

How will I get the results of my examination?