A venous reflux exam is a non-invasive test used to evaluate the valves inside the veins of the legs. If a patient requires a venous reflux exam because of vascular problems, both legs should be evaluated. The test is designed to identify problems inside leg veins and arteries, caused by damage inside the blood vessel, which can cause problems with the direction of blood flow, and the velocity of the blood flow in the leg. Identifying the cause of these problems is important to prevent damage caused by poor circulation.
During the test, a small sensor is attached to the leg that monitors blood flow. The patient then pumps their foot up and down several times to help the blood to flow through the leg. The sensor measures the speed that the blood flows through the leg, and from these measurements the doctor can determine if the valves are working correctly, or if there is a problem with circulation. Some tests involve placing blood pressure cuffs along the leg and monitoring the blood flow patterns by ultrasound.
The cost of a venous reflux exam can vary depending on the facility where you receive the test. For more information about venous reflux exams, visit a vascular treatment facility today.
About The Vein Center at Portland Surgical AssociatesDr. Benjamin L. Russell and the rest of the team at this Portland varicose vein treatment facility help patients find the success and relief they are looking for. Varicose veins and spider veins are very painful and embarrassing for the patients that suffer from these venous diseases. Thanks to modern medicine and breakthroughs in the field, these conditions should be a thing of the past for patients. At this Portland varicose vein center, patients are given the opportunity to rid themselves of these diseases.
Dr. Russell provides patients at this Portland varicose vein center the chance to find relief and reach their goal of ridding themselves of these conditions. The facility uses a variety of treatment options that have proven to be successful, efficient and safe treatments. Among these are compression stockings, endovenous laser ablation, sclerotherapy, varicose vein surgery and VNUS. Patients should speak with a doctor prior to undergoing any treatment or surgery to best understand their options.
