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Will a pv ultrasound reveal a fistula?

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No: Most fistulas are too small to see on ultrasound.

Answered 8/15/2012

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Dr. Benjamin Lerner answered

Specializes in Vascular Surgery

What kind?: What kind of fistula? A arteriovenous fistula can absolutely be seen on ultrasound.

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