B-flow evaluation of carotid arterial stenosis: initial experience

Radiology. 2002 Oct;225(1):295-9. doi: 10.1148/radiol.2243011374.

Abstract

In this prospective pilot trial, B-flow ultrasonographic (US) imaging was compared with color duplex flow US in the evaluation of internal carotid arterial stenosis. Despite almost excellent interobserver variability, none of the investigated B-flow imaging parameters correlated with those of duplex US. In conclusion, the investigated B-flow imaging parameters cannot be used in evaluating internal carotid arterial stenosis.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Aged, 80 and over
  • Carotid Artery, Internal / diagnostic imaging*
  • Carotid Stenosis / diagnostic imaging*
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Observer Variation
  • Pilot Projects
  • Prospective Studies
  • Radiography
  • Ultrasonography, Doppler, Color