Overview
Combines B mode imaging color Doppler and spectral Doppler to evaluate plaque morphology and hemodynamic significance of carotid disease.
Core Measurements
Peak systolic and end diastolic velocities in common carotid internal carotid and external carotid arteries with plaque characterization.
Interpretation Criteria
Use validated velocity thresholds for stenosis grading and document contralateral disease and vertebral artery flow patterns.
Quality and Documentation
Include longitudinal and transverse images, Doppler waveforms, and clinical correlation with neurologic symptoms for management decisions.