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Intravascular Ultrasound Ivus

Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS) is an advanced imaging technique that provides detailed images from inside the coronary arteries, helping doctors accurately diagnose blockages and guide heart procedures.

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Intravascular Ultrasound

Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS) is a medical imaging methodology, which uses an ultrasound probe that is inserted to the artery like a regular angioplasty catheter to provide an image from within the artery.
Used to see the inside blood vessels using soundwaves. A computer produces pictures of soft tissues. This technique allows physicians to see areas that they can’t see with X-rays
Cardiologists use IVUS to visualize exactly location of plaque, which helps determining whether stenting is possible, or whether a patient might require surgery.
IVUS are also used to assess stents that have already been inserted & whether they have expanded properly

Intravascular Ultrasound (IVUS)
Preparing for the IVUS Procedure

Preparing for the Procedure

  • Follow the specific instructions given by your doctor or nurse regarding what you can and cannot eat or drink before the procedure.

  • Avoid medications such as Warfarin (a blood thinner) or Aspirin, as instructed by your doctor.

  • Inform your doctor if you have any allergies, especially to X-ray dye, latex, rubber products, or penicillin-type medications.

During the Procedure

  • Please tell the doctor or nurses immediately if you feel chest discomfort or experience any other symptoms during the procedure.

Post Procedure Care

  • Rest as advised by your doctor.

  • Inform your doctor immediately if you notice pain, warmth, bleeding, swelling, or a change in color near the incision site.

Post Procedure Care
Contraindications

Contraindications

  • Bleeding disorder

  • Stroke

  • Arrhythmias

  • Pregnancy

  • Inability of the patient to cooperate