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What does inferior vena cava not visualized mean after getting a doppler?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Vena cava: The inferior vena cava is the large vein which brings blood from the lower body to your heart. The vessel connects to the atrium of your heart. During your ultrasound the technician could not view this vessel.

Answered 10/28/2019

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