Ultrasound Imaging
What is Vascular Screening at Totality?
Vascular screening is a series of three ultrasound examinations checking for plaque build-up in your arteries. Specifically, at Totality we will perform an examination of the arteries in the neck that carry blood to your brain because plaque in these CAROTID arteries can cause STROKE. We also examine the abdominal aorta, the large blood vessel that carries blood to your kidneys, your stomach and other organs in the abdomen and your legs because plaque and hypertension can cause abnormal enlargement of the aorta, ABDOMINAL AORTIC ANEURYSM which can burst, RUPTURED ABDOMINAL AORTIC ANEURYSM and be fatal. Lastly we examine the arteries in your legs and check the blood pressure in your legs because plaque in these PERIPHERAL ARTERIES can cause PERIPHERAL ARTERIAL DISEASE.
What is Diagnostic Imaging?
Diagnostic Imaging at Totality primarily utilizes ultrasound imaging. Ultrasound imaging utilized at Totality includes the evaluation of veins and arteries of the legs and arms, carotid arteries, abdominal structures, thyroid glands, renal arteries, mesenteric arteries, aorta and inferior vena cava. Please visit the pricing tab of the website to see our competitve self pay fees.
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We encourage you to schedule a consultation today. During our meeting, we will advise on whether or not you’re an ideal candidate for this procedure, as well as compose a custom treatment plan designed to achieve the smooth, clear and vein-free skin you’ve always wanted. Call or text today and one of our seasoned staff members will be able to assist you.
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