SPHP

Guidelines to scanning

1. Gray-scale and Doppler evaluation of the region of clinical concern, as indicated by the patient.  Sagittal and Transverse views.
2. Gray-scale and Doppler evaluation of the region of clinical concern, as indicated by the referring provider (check order).  Sagittal and Transverse views.
3. You may scan the contralateral side for comparative purposes if needed.

Notes: 

-show all abnormalities in sag and trans. Measure abnormalities in three dimensions- (length and AP direction on sagittal view and width on transverse view)

-if multiple lesions, then number and measure an appropriate number of lesions that can be followed on subsequent studies

-label specific location of the abnormality if not obvious on the static image.  Label level of cervical lymph nodes, if possible.