Aortic Aneurysm Measurement

Aortic aneurysm measurement is a non-invasive procedure using ultrasound to measure blood flow and to detect any blockages in the aortic artery and other blood vessels in the body. The test combines Doppler sonography (sound measurements to measue blood flow) and Duplex imaging (two-dimensional images of structures in the body).

To perform the exam, a vascular technician will apply a gel-like lotion to your abdomen and then will press a probe (sensor or transducer) against your skin. As the technician glides the probe over your abdomen, high-frequency sound waves transmit images of the aorta and the volume (amount) of blood flow. The swishing noise you hear is the sound of blood as it flows through the aorta.

The result is an accurate measurement of the size and shape of any blockages and the volume of blood flow. This report will be sent to your referring physician who will discuss the findings with you and review treatment options.