The study is carried out from a Suprasternall approach, the long axis of the Aorta. The control volume is placed in the Descending Aorta (1 cm distal from the left subclavian artery junction).

 

Descending Aorta flow examination. Sample Volume position. Suprasternal View, Long axis if Aorta.

 

Normally, the flow is directed away from the transducer and located below the baseline. After the aortic arch, the velocity increases. At the end of systole, there is a small reversal of the flow (R).

 

Descending Aorta flow. PW Doppler

 

How to Simulate Descending Aorta Flow (PW and CW mode)?