Renal Artery Duplex

Anatomy, Protocol and Pathology

Renal artery doppler is a powerful tool for the diagnosis of Renal Artery Stenosis (RAS). One of the more involved exams in the sonographers arsenal, learning the proper anatomy and techniques can make the process a challenging yet pleasurable one.

Indications
Hypertension
Abdominal bruit
Known renal artery stenosis follow up
Elevated BUN and creatinine
Hematuria (Nutcracker Syndrome)