Questions? Please call Guilford Radiology at (860)453-5123 or West Haven Radiology at (860)934-4482 if you would like to speak with the on-site Radiologist, a technologist for the specific modality in which you are interested, or another member of our team.
There are no contraindications for Carotid Ultrasound. Image from a Carotid Ultrasound done at Guilford Radiology, 2009 No preparation by your patient is required.
To check the state of the carotid artery after surgery to restore normal blood flow.Dissection of the carotid artery, a split between layers of the artery wall that may lead to obstruction of blood flow or a weakening of the wall of the artery.Locating a hematoma, a collection of clotted blood that may slow and eventually stop blood flow.Blockages to blood flow (such as clots).Narrowing of vessels (which may be caused by plaque).A family history of stroke or heart diseaseĪ carotid ultrasound is performed to evaluate for the following:.Other risk factors calling for a carotid ultrasound are: It may also be performed if a patient has high blood pressure or a carotid bruit-an abnormal sound in the neck that is heard with the stethoscope. Once the diagnosis is made a comprehensive treatment may be initiated. The major goal of carotid ultrasound is to screen patients for blockage or narrowing of their carotid arteries, which if present may increase their risk of having a stroke. The carotid ultrasound is most frequently performed to detect narrowing, or stenosis, of the carotid artery, a condition that substantially increases the risk of stroke. Michael Johnson, MD - Covid-19 Safety OfficerĬarotid Ultrasound Quick Reference Guide for Patients.Kameron Shahid, MD - Guilford Radiology President.Guilford Radiology is committed to your health and safety. Please do not bring anyone with you to your exam as we are trying to reduce traffic in our office, special accommodations can be made as needed.We have staggered patient exam times to avoid congestion and reduce any unnecessary potential exposure.After your exam the technologist will escort you out of the office.You will be instructed when to enter where a technologist will greet you at the opened door.If you prefer to wait in your car, when you arrive for your appointment, please call our office (20) from your car.If you choose to check-in in our lobby, comie in and stop at the front desk, please arrive at your requested time and enter our comfortable clean reception area with your ID, insurance card and order (if applicable) in hand.Patients can choose to checkin in our waiting room or wait in their car.All paperwork can be completed prior to your exam, forms are available on our website.New patient flow in place ensures no contact with other patients Patients without an acceptable mask will be provided one. All staff and patients are required to wear appropriate face masks and staff wear other required PPE. We are maintaining CDC and the state of CT guidelines.Exam rooms and equipment are thoroughly disinfected after each patient, from mammography paddles to the CT & MRI bores, to the exam tables, counters, and areas of patient contact.Our entire office gets a complete deep cleaning nightly.Our facility is clean, Safety is our primary concern Trust the staff at Guilford Radiology to take care of you and your family’s medical imaging needs in a patient friendly, convenient outpatient environment for the safest, most comfortable exam possible.
We remained committed to our referring providers and patients and have been open throughout the pandemic, while continuing to maintain a clean safe facility. Our staff is fully trained in Covid-19 screening, safety precautions and sterilization technique. Now more than ever, the safety of our patients, community and staff is our top priority. ALL GUILFORD RADIOLOGY STAFF HAVE BEEN FULLY IMMUNIZED AGAINST THE COVID-19 VIRUS.
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