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Introduction to Transcranial Doppler Ultrasound

Introduction to Transcranial Doppler Ultrasound Training Video is designed to provide an introduction and overview to Transcranial Doppler ultrasound. The presentation also contains video case studies, TCD/TCI examination protocols and techniques. Neuro-anatomy, examination windows, scan techniques, normal waveform characteristics and velocities are discussed.

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1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™
Date of Original Release: 5/31/2016 
This edition valid for credit through: 5/31/2019
Video Length: 1:05:00

OBJECTIVES

• Demonstrate basic knowledge of intracranial anatomy and physiology.
• Outline proper techniques for the performance of TCD and TCI examinations.
• Identify normal waveform characteristics and apply diagnostic criteria.
• State the clinical usefulness and limitations of TCD and TCI techniques.

TARGET AUDIENCE

Sonographers, physicians, nurse practitioners, PA’s or other medical professional performing and/or interpreting transcranial Doppler ultrasound examinations. Physician participants may include (but is not limited to) neurology, vascular surgery, critical care and radiology.

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT

The Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

The Gulfcoast Ultrasound Institute designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.50 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit(s)™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

This course also meets CME/CEU requirements for ARDMS. Note: While offering the CME credit hours noted above, activities are not intended to provide extensive training or certification for exam performance or interpretation.

Topics/Speaker:

• TCD Neuro-Anatomy Techniques
• TCD Examination Techniques
• Normal Flow Characteristics and Velocity Ranges
• Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Vasospasm, Aneurysm Rupture
• Neuro Intervention AVM, Traumatic Head Injury, Cerebral Circulatory Arrest, and Microemboli
• TCD/Cerebrovascular Disease, Sickle Cell Disease, and PFO