What does IVUS stand for?

IVUS stands for Intravascular Ultrasound, a technique that uses ultrasound to visualize the inside of blood vessels. This method is particularly valuable in vascular interventions because it provides detailed images of the vascular structure and can help assess the degree of atherosclerosis, plaque composition, and the conditions of stents after placement.

Intravascular Ultrasound operates by inserting a small ultrasound probe into the blood vessel, allowing real-time imaging. This information is critical for planning and executing various vascular interventions, as it aids clinicians in making informed decisions regarding treatment options and strategies.

The other terms presented, such as Internal Vascular Ultrasound, Invasive Vascular Ultrasound, and Interventional Vascular Ultrasound, do not accurately describe the specific imaging technique and may imply modalities or contexts that are not specifically associated with the ultrasound technique used within the vascular structures.