How much does intravascular ultrasound cost

Intravascular ultrasound usually costs about $10,000, and it is advisable to inquire about the exact price at the hospital. There is no standardized cost for intravascular ultrasound, and the cost will be higher if the number of blood vessels to be detected is larger and the site is more difficult to operate. In addition, different regions, different hospitals, the use of different instruments and equipment, the price also varies, probably in the 10,000 yuan or so, it is recommended that patients go to the local hospital for consultation. Intravascular ultrasound is a combination of ultrasound technology and catheterization technology, through the cardiac catheter will be miniaturized ultrasound transducer into the cardiovascular lumen, display cardiovascular cross-section morphology or blood flow graphics of an examination. It is mainly applied to the diagnosis of the coronary artery system, which can clarify the lesion morphology and the nature of the plaque, and help to determine the choice of stent and the placement site. Patients are advised to consult the local hospital for the exact price according to their own situation.