Evaluates arteriovenous fistulas typically used for dialysis, ensuring they are functioning correctly without narrowing or blockage that can impede dialysis.
Ultrasound scans are your first step towards understanding your health better. Whether it's a prescribed Ultrasound scan, Doppler scan or scheduled Pregnancy scan we provide precise imaging with expert radiologists and state-of-the-art equipment. Ensure clarity in your healthcare decisions today.
Follow these steps to ensure accurate and hassle-free scanning experience.
Avoid Lotions or Creams: Do not apply any products like lotions or creams on the area of the fistula.
Discuss with the radiologist about any existing conditions or any specific medical concerns.
Wear loose clothing to allow easy access to the scan area
Medical Records: Bring previous imaging reports, prescriptions, or a referral letter from your physician for better evaluation.
Explore commonly asked questions to help prepare for your visit and understand more about our specialized treatments.
It evaluates the blood flow, structure, and functionality of an arteriovenous (AV) fistula, commonly used for dialysis access.
Minimal preparation is required; avoid applying lotions and wear clothing that provides easy access to the fistula site.
The procedure usually takes 20–40 minutes, depending on the complexity of the evaluation.
No, the scan is non-invasive and painless, though slight pressure might be felt when the transducer is moved over the fistula.
Yes, it can identify complications like narrowing, blockages, or poor blood flow in the AV fistula.
Understand the Importance of This Scan for Your Diagnosis and Care plan.
Evaluate Fistula Function: Monitors the blood flow and structural integrity of the AV fistula.
Detect Complications: Identifies narrowing, blockages, or thrombosis in the fistula or surrounding vessels.
Guide Treatment: Helps plan interventions like angioplasty or surgical correction for fistula-related issues.
Identify the Patients and Medical Conditions That Commonly Require This Diagnostic Scan.
Routine Monitoring: Performed regularly as part of follow-up care for AV fistula maintenance.
High-Risk Groups: Suitable for patients with conditions like diabetes or vascular diseases that may affect fistula health.
Dialysis Patients: Essential for individuals who rely on an AV fistula for hemodialysis.
Patients with Fistula Symptoms: Recommended for those experiencing swelling, reduced blood flow, or pain near the fistula site.
What to Expect During Your Ultrasound Scan.
Registration and Briefing: Patients check in, complete any necessary paperwork.
Preparation and Gel Application: The patient is positioned comfortably with the fistula site exposed for imaging. A water-based gel is applied to the skin over the fistula to enhance the transmission of sound waves.
Scanning Process: The transducer is gently moved over the fistula and surrounding vessels to capture real-time images and blood flow patterns. The radiologist may assess blood flow velocity, vessel diameter, and any signs of narrowing or blockage.
Reporting: The procedure typically takes 20–40 minutes, after which the gel is wiped off, and the patient can resume normal activities. At Docscan, your report would be available immediately post the scan.
Selecting the right diagnostic center is crucial for accurate and timely results. Here’s why Docscan stands out:
Our team of highly skilled and experienced radiologists ensures your scans are performed and interpreted with utmost accuracy and care.
We use state-of-the-art ultrasound equipment to ensure high-resolution and precise diagnostic imaging for every patient.
At Docscan, we prioritize your comfort and convenience by offering a seamless scanning experience and prompt results.
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Great service and Great place to do the tests. The staffs are very friendly and and very nice in behaviour. Covering multiple of tests.
Met Dr. Karthik Dattani, MD (Radio) for a second opinion but we realized his should have been the first opinion. Finally met a good doctor in Bangalore, who not only diagnoses but also listens to all patient concerns and answers questions will full transparency. Would highly recommend him over other snobbish and surprisingly under qualified doctors at big chain hospitals (yes, the first name that comes to your mind - “M”).
Good Ambience. Met Dr. Kartik and can easily recommend anyone to him. Very well spoken and knowledgeable.
Great service, on point diagnosis and very humble and helpful doctor, had some tests recommended and dr karthik helped me with those while reassuring me with positivity all the while. 10 on 10 fully recommend.
Great service and Great place to do the tests. The staffs are very friendly and and very nice in behaviour. Covering multiple of tests.
Met Dr. Karthik Dattani, MD (Radio) for a second opinion but we realized his should have been the first opinion. Finally met a good doctor in Bangalore, who not only diagnoses but also listens to all patient concerns and answers questions will full transparency. Would highly recommend him over other snobbish and surprisingly under qualified doctors at big chain hospitals (yes, the first name that comes to your mind - “M”).
Good Ambience. Met Dr. Kartik and can easily recommend anyone to him. Very well spoken and knowledgeable.
Great service, on point diagnosis and very humble and helpful doctor, had some tests recommended and dr karthik helped me with those while reassuring me with positivity all the while. 10 on 10 fully recommend.
Great service and Great place to do the tests. The staffs are very friendly and and very nice in behaviour. Covering multiple of tests.
Met Dr. Karthik Dattani, MD (Radio) for a second opinion but we realized his should have been the first opinion. Finally met a good doctor in Bangalore, who not only diagnoses but also listens to all patient concerns and answers questions will full transparency. Would highly recommend him over other snobbish and surprisingly under qualified doctors at big chain hospitals (yes, the first name that comes to your mind - “M”).
Good Ambience. Met Dr. Kartik and can easily recommend anyone to him. Very well spoken and knowledgeable.
Great service, on point diagnosis and very humble and helpful doctor, had some tests recommended and dr karthik helped me with those while reassuring me with positivity all the while. 10 on 10 fully recommend.