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A member asked:

I know venogram is gold standard, but wow accurate is venous ultrasound below the knee? is it really operator dependent and 50-85% accurate?

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Dr. Paul Velt answered

Specializes in Diagnostic Radiology

Very accurate : Ultrasounds are operator dependent . But below the knee . If the vessels are seen and flow seen no clots. The question is really what to do with clots there. Some treat others don't . The study can be repeated to see if there is progression of the clots. Either way a very good study. Venogram is not without risk

Answered 2/21/2015

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