What Is Transcranial Doppler Ultrasound?
Transcranial Doppler ultrasound is a medical imaging study which is designed to provide information about the health of the blood vessels inside the brain. Using this imaging study, a doctor can identify risk factors, learn more about an ongoing condition involving the brain, or follow up on the results of a surgical procedure. TCD, as it is also known, may be used on its own as a standalone diagnostic test, or as part of an array of tests which are intended to provide a more complete picture of a patient’s case.