We wish to conduct two vascular ultrasound scans conducting vein measurements in two separate scanning rooms to assess if environmental temperature affects the vein diameter recorded.
Inpatient at University Hospital Limerick under the care of a Vascular Consultant
Aged 18 years and above
Deemed suitable for two vascular ultrasound scans by the P.I
Those unable to give informed consent
Aged under 18 years
Patients with varicose veins/venous insufficiency
Those who meet inclusion criteria under the care of a Consultant Vascular Surgeon with no varicose veins/venous insufficiency will have vascular ultrasound vein scans performed and measurements recorded.
Cohort
Prospective
Not listed
Vein diameter measurements in two temperature controlled rooms
Two vascular ultrasound scans will be performed on the lower limb. A defined scanning protocol will be adhered to which will ensure consistency and accuracy. During the course of both ultrasound scans, vein measurements will be taken and recorded on the study sheet which will have the participant study identification number, age and gender. The second room will be set at a higher temperature which we have defined as being 6-10 degrees greater than ambient room temperature.
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