Carotid · Protocol Navigator
Vascular Extracranial Carotid Artery Navigator
Protocol Checklist & Reference Values
Comprehensive extracranial carotid and vertebral artery protocol checklist aligned with current AIUM and SVU guidelines. Integrates PSV/EDV reference thresholds and stenosis grading criteria for consistent, high-quality vascular reporting.
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Longitudinal and transverse views of proximal, mid, and distal CCA
IMT measurement at far wall of distal CCA (1 cm proximal to bulb)
Normal IMT <0.9 mm; >1.0 mm = increased cardiovascular risk
PSV and EDV with spectral Doppler
Normal CCA PSV 60–100 cm/s
Plaque characterization — location, echogenicity, surface morphology