Peripheral vascular examination

A peripheral vascular examination is a medical examination to discover signs of pathology in the peripheral vascular system.

It is performed as part of a physical examination, or when a patient presents with leg pain suggestive of a cardiovascular pathology.

The exam includes several parts: Position/lighting/draping, Inspection, Palpation, Auscultation, and Special maneuvers.

For this procedure the patient is positioned lying in the supine position on a flat bed or examination table.

The patient's hands should remain at their sides with their head resting on a pillow.