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Imaging recommendation · Vascular

Subclavian steal syndrome (arm exertion → neuro symptoms)

Recommended: Doppler US + CTA / MRA Aortic Arch is the preferred imaging study for subclavian steal syndrome (arm exertion → neuro symptoms). Reversed vertebral artery flow on affected side.

Recommended study

Doppler US + CTA / MRA Aortic Arch

US No contrast Preferred Vascular Outpatient Reviewed

Reversed vertebral artery flow on affected side. Treat with endovascular intervention if symptomatic.

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