Role of Colour Doppler Imaging in Lower Limb Swelling

Dr. Dorje Tandup, Dr. Poonam Ohri, Dr. Sumitoj Singh, Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Kohli, Dr. Mansi Kohli, Dr. Parushi Kohli

Abstract: Background: Lower limb swelling has diverse etiologies, often requiring imaging for accurate diagnosis. Color Doppler ultrasonography is a non-invasive and cost-effective tool for evaluation of lower limb swellings. Aim: To assess the effectiveness of Color Doppler ultrasonography in diagnosing vascular causes of lower limb swelling and localizing affected vessels. Materials and Methods: This prospective study, conducted at Guru Nanak Dev Hospital, Amritsar (over a period of two year), included 100 patients aged >14 years with lower limb swelling. Exclusions were systemic causes and non-consent. All patients underwent clinical evaluation and Color Doppler using a Mindray DC-8 system. Results and Discussion: Doppler imaging successfully identified vascular pathology in most cases of lower limb swelling and helpful in differentiating arterial from venous causes and localizing vessel involvement also helpful in ruling out associated other soft tissue abnormalities. Conclusion: Color Doppler ultrasonography is an effective, first-line modality for evaluating lower limb swelling, guiding diagnosis and management while minimizing invasive testing.

Keywords: Color Doppler ultrasonography, lower limb swelling, vascular diagnosis, non-invasive imaging, clinical evaluation

How to Cite?: Dr. Dorje Tandup, Dr. Poonam Ohri, Dr. Sumitoj Singh, Dr. Sanjeev Kumar Kohli, Dr. Mansi Kohli, Dr. Parushi Kohli, "Role of Colour Doppler Imaging in Lower Limb Swelling", Volume 14 Issue 8, August 2025, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 850-854, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR25731082948, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR25731082948