What is it about?
May-Thurner Syndrome is a condition that affects many but is rarely diagnosed. However, ultrasound can be a useful tool in diagnosing this problematic disease. This article discusses May-Thurner syndrome, its signs and symptoms and how to discover it sonographically.
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Why is it important?
May-Thurner Syndrome affects so many lives but yet is rarely looked for or diagnosed. This condition can cause deep vein thrombosis, venous insufficiency, venous ulcerations, as well as many other serious symptoms. This article is to bring awareness of this serious condition and teach sonographers how to recognize it clinically and sonographically.
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I have met so many patients that have endured years of recurring DVT's, pain, and suffering. They have to continuously take medications because of these issues. It affects them physically, emotionally and economically. They go to numerous doctors trying to figure out why they are having so much pain and trying to find relief. And all of it was due to this syndrome. Sonographer's need to know how to recognize these symptoms and how to look for it sonographically so these patients can get answers and relief. May-Thurner Syndrome is easily treatable, but we must first find it so they can get the treatment they need!
Ashley Barry
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This page is a summary of: Sonography’s Role in the Diagnosis of May–Thurner Syndrome, Journal of Diagnostic Medical Sonography, July 2017, SAGE Publications,
DOI: 10.1177/8756479317714796.
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