Upper Limb Arterial and Venous Duplex
A focused Doppler ultrasound pathway for arm swelling, suspected upper-limb clot, arterial flow concerns, cold hands, or vascular access questions.
Duration
30-45 minutes
Location
Salmiya
Visit Time
30-45 minutes
Preparation
Usually none. Wear loose sleeves and bring the referral note.
Clinic
International Hospital, 2nd Floor, Vascular Department
Best for
When the question is vascular
What the scan checks
The scan can assess selected arm veins for clot or obstruction and selected arteries for flow direction, narrowing, waveform quality, and access-related problems.
When it is usually requested
Upper-limb duplex is commonly requested by a treating doctor for arm swelling, catheter history, dialysis access, suspected clot, or unexplained hand circulation symptoms.
Sudden severe arm swelling, chest symptoms, blue fingers, or a cold painful hand should be assessed urgently.
Booking Path
From question to report
Send the side, symptom duration, and referral note by WhatsApp.
The team confirms whether arterial, venous, or access-focused scanning is needed.
A structured report is prepared for your treating doctor.
Patient Questions
Practical details before the visit
This information is general and does not replace physician assessment or emergency care for severe symptoms.
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