Tomographic three-dimensional ultrasound imaging improves spatial visualization and management of varicose veins

J Vasc Surg Cases Innov Tech. 2024 May 21;10(4):101542. doi: 10.1016/j.jvscit.2024.101542. eCollection 2024 Aug.

Abstract

Tomographic three-dimensional ultrasound using handsfree electromagnetic tracking is an important adjunct to traditional two-dimensional duplex ultrasound examination. This technique allows vascular surgeons to better orientate and visualize the often complex anatomy along the entire length of the target vein. This paper reports a novel technique in preoperative and postoperative acquisition of superficial incompetent veins, thereby providing a comprehensive three-dimensional orientation of different pathological patterns of incompetence.

Keywords: Image rendering; Measurements; Three-dimensional tomographic ultrasound imaging; Varicose veins; Venous anatomy.