Duplex Ultrasound Versus Conventional Angiography in Evaluating Lower Limb Threatening Ischemia
Condition(s) studied
Investigational drug(s) / intervention(s)
conventional angiography: * Peak systolic velocity (PSV) * Velocity ratios * Segment visualization quality * Degree of stenosis
Study summary
This study aims to evaluate the accuracy of Duplex Ultrasound (DUS) in assessing infra inguinal arterial lesions in patients with chronic threatening limb ischemia compared with digital subtraction angiography (DSA) as the reference standard. By comparing sensitivity, specificity, and predictive values across arterial segments, the study seeks to determine the clinical utility of DUS as a non-invasive alternative for pre-intervention vascular mapping in chronic limb-threatening ischemia.
Eligibility
Primary outcome measure(s)
- Diagnostic accuracy of DUS compared to DSA in detecting ≥50% stenosis or occlusion in femoral, popliteal, and infra popliteal arteries. — from enrollment till angioplasty (14 days mostly)
sensitivity, specificity, positive predictive value, negative predictive value
Trial sites (1)
| Facility | City | Region | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sohag University Hospital | Sohag | Sohag Governorate |
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