Why have a DVT scan?
Your doctor will suggest you have an ultrasound scan to exclude clots in the veins. You may have a swollen or painful leg and been involved in some trauma, surgical or a long distance flight.
Preparation
There is no special preparation. Please bring your referral from the doctor.
Who does the test?
A Sonographer will perform the examination. The Radiologist will review these images and provide a written report to your doctor.
The Procedure
You will be asked to lie on a narrow bed. The Sonographer will spread gel on the area to be examined usually from the groin to the ankle. This will allow us to obtain high quality images. The Sonographer will ask you to lie on your back initially and then possibly turn onto your stomach about halfway through the examination to examine the veins at the back of your legs.
How long does it take?
This procedure takes 20-30 minutes.
After the Examination
The Radiologist will review the ultrasound images and provide a written to your Doctor. If there is a clot, we will ring your doctor while you are still here to see what the next step in your care will be.
Please settle your account on the day of the examination.
Please contact Hamilton Radiology 07-839 4909 or 0800-HAMRAD (426 723) for an appointment.