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Which test produces clearer images of dvt? ultrasound or mri?
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DVT diagnosis : MRI has equivalent sensitivity and specificity to ultrasound for diagnosis of DVT, but has been evaluated in many fewer studies, using a variety of different techniques. Ultrasound is appreciated due to being lower cost, exposing patient to less radiation and having more evidence to use.
Answered 7/5/2019
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