A unilateral lower extremity venous ultrasound examines the veins in one leg to check for blood clots (DVT). This targeted scan is often recommended if you’re experiencing swelling, tenderness or discoloration in a single leg.
Common femoral vein
Proximal greater saphenous vein
Superficial femoral vein (proximal, mid and distal)
Proximal profunda vein
Popliteal vein
Calf veins (posterior tibial veins and peroneal veins)
A unilateral lower extremity venous ultrasound examines the veins in one leg to check for blood clots (DVT). This targeted scan is often recommended if you’re experiencing swelling, tenderness or discoloration in a single leg.
Common femoral vein
Proximal greater saphenous vein
Superficial femoral vein (proximal, mid and distal)
Proximal profunda vein
Popliteal vein
Calf veins (posterior tibial veins and peroneal veins)
