What are the types of venous reflux exams?
Posted by: Dr. Thomas Wright  :  Category: Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy, Varicose Veins, Veins

I’ve heard there are different types of venous reflux exams. What are they?

Duplex venous ultrasound is the current reflux exam of choice. While there are a variety of other reflux exams, they are either of historical interest or for research purposes but do not add anything clinically.
Of note, a reflux study must be performed while standing. Some offices charge an extra fee for a “vein mapping” however that can usually be done during the initial duplex venous exam.

- Dr. Wright

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