Der Radiologe
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Ultrasound plays a central role in the diagnostic imaging of venous and arterial vessels, especially for the assessment or exclusion of arteriosclerotic vessel obstructions as well as venous or arterial thrombosis. Due to its excellent patient acceptance and its broad availability, ultrasound is considered the standard method of choice for vascular imaging. ⋯ The introduction of contrast enhanced ultrasound represents an important advancement and has brought a substantial improvement in sensitivity. This article describes and discusses these new techniques and methods of vascular ultrasound diagnostics with respect to their diagnostic value.