Vascular Ultrasound Screening
Vascular ultrasound is the single most useful test in vascular medicine — painless, radiation-free, accurate and immediately actionable. Dr. Pritee Sharma performs and interprets duplex Doppler studies in-clinic at Renova Century Hospital, Banjara Hills, so the diagnosis and treatment plan are ready in a single visit.
Most life-threatening vascular conditions — abdominal aortic aneurysm, carotid stenosis, deep vein thrombosis and peripheral artery disease — are completely silent until disaster strikes. A 30–45 minute ultrasound visit can detect every one of these years before they cause harm.
Crucially, when a vascular ultrasound is performed by the treating vascular surgeon — not outsourced to a separate imaging centre — the scan, interpretation, counselling and treatment plan happen in a single conversation. No back-and-forth, no lost time, no missed nuance.
Vascular screening is recommended for everyone over 50, all diabetics and smokers, anyone with hypertension or high cholesterol, anyone with a family history of aneurysm or stroke, and anyone with unexplained leg symptoms.
Take the next step toward healthier vessels
Book a consultation with Dr. Pritee Sharma at Renova Century Hospital, Banjara Hills.
Symptoms to watch for
- Often no symptoms — screening is precisely for asymptomatic patients
- Cramping leg pain on walking
- Sudden swelling, redness or pain in one leg
- Cold feet or weak foot pulses
- A pulsating lump in the abdomen
- Carotid bruit heard on routine examination
- Family history of aneurysm rupture or stroke
Common causes & risk factors
- Atherosclerosis
- Diabetes, hypertension, dyslipidemia
- Smoking and tobacco use
- Age above 50
- Family history of vascular disease
- Prior DVT, cancer or thrombophilia
How Dr. Pritee Sharma treats this condition
Arterial Duplex Ultrasound
Maps blood flow in the leg arteries, quantifies any narrowing and grades the severity of peripheral artery disease.
Venous Duplex Ultrasound
Identifies reflux in superficial and deep veins, and confirms or excludes DVT — the first-line test for swollen, painful legs.
Ankle-Brachial Index (ABI)
5-minute bedside test comparing ankle and arm pressures — the gold-standard PAD screening test.
Carotid Doppler
Screens neck arteries for plaque and stenosis that can cause stroke or TIA.
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
A 10-minute abdominal ultrasound that can prevent sudden, often fatal aneurysm rupture.
Renal & Mesenteric Duplex
Screens for renal artery stenosis (resistant hypertension) and mesenteric ischemia (post-meal abdominal pain).
Dialysis Access Surveillance
Regular duplex of AV fistulas catches early stenosis and prevents access loss in dialysis patients.
Why early care matters
- Detects life-threatening aneurysms before rupture
- Identifies carotid stenosis before stroke
- Diagnoses PAD before tissue loss
- Confirms or excludes DVT in minutes
- Enables minimally invasive treatment while disease is early
- Peace of mind for high-risk patients and families
Why choose Dr. Pritee Sharma
- In-house duplex by the treating surgeon — not outsourced
- Single-visit comprehensive vascular check
- Same-day written report and treatment plan
- Affordable, transparent screening packages
- Direct continuity from screening to definitive treatment
Frequently asked questions
Yes — it uses sound waves, no radiation, no contrast, no injections. It can be safely repeated as often as needed, including in pregnancy.
A focused single-territory scan (e.g. carotid or venous) takes 15–20 minutes. A complete vascular screen takes 45–60 minutes.
Most studies need no preparation. Abdominal ultrasound (AAA, mesenteric, renal) is best done after a 6-hour fast for clearer images.
Costs vary by the territory scanned. Our team gives a transparent package price at the time of booking, and the report is included.
What to expect during recovery
- No recovery required — all tests are painless and non-invasive
- Same-day written report and treatment plan
- Most patients return to normal activity immediately after the scan
- Repeat screening usually every 1–2 years for high-risk patients
Why this matters in Hyderabad
- Hyderabad has one of India's highest urban diabetes rates — annual ABI and arterial duplex are strongly recommended in every diabetic over 50.
- Stroke remains a leading cause of disability in Telangana — a single carotid Doppler can identify high-risk patients in time.
- Outsourced scans elsewhere in the city often arrive without clinical context. In-house scanning by the treating surgeon dramatically improves accuracy.
Dr. Pritee Sharma — Vascular & Endovascular Surgeon
21+ years of dedicated vascular and endovascular surgical experience.
- MBBS — Topiwala National Medical College, Mumbai
- MS (General Surgery)
- DNB Peripheral Vascular Surgery — Gold Medalist (awarded by the Hon'ble Ex Vice President of India)
- Fellowship in Endovascular Surgery
- Head of Department, Vascular & Endovascular Surgery — Renova Century Hospital, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad
- Former Consultant — Army Hospital Research & Referral, Delhi
- Member — Vascular Society of India (VSI)
- Member — Indian Association of Cardiovascular & Thoracic Surgeons
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