This presentation will review symptoms of median arcuate ligament compression syndrome (MALS), describe duplex ultrasound protocol of MALS as well as velocity criteria. There will also be examples of case based learning with their correlatative exams.

Upon completion of this course, attendees should be prepared to:

• A good understanding of MALS symptoms
• Knowledge on how to perform MALS duplex
• Knowledge of diagnostic criteria

Release Date: 10/20/2022
Expiration Date: 9/30/2025
Estimated time to complete activity: 1 hour

Presenter:
Marybeth Georges, BS RVT

 

In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Commercial Support of CME, the speakers for this course have been asked to disclose to participants the existence of any financial interest and/or relationship(s) (e.g., paid speaker, employee, paid consultant on a board and/or committee for a commercial company) that would potentially affect the objectivity of his/her presentation or whose products or services may be mentioned during their presentation. The following disclosures were made:

Marybeth Georges, BS RVT -- No Relevant Relationships:

•Laurie Lozanski, BS RVS RVT, Course Director – No Relevant Relationships
•Susan Tyler, CME Director, Academic – No Relevant Relationships
•Bruce Gebhardt, MD – University of Cincinnati Reviewer – No Relevant Relationships