FAMUS DVT module
The DVT module aims to teach competence in the assessment of deep venous thrombosis. Specifically, it will allow practitioners to ‘rule in’ the presence of a DVT. At present, a negative point of care DVT scan should not be used to rule out DVT and a confirmatory departmental scan would be considered standard practice.
The table below outlines the minimum training times and core procedures that candidates are expected to achieve:
Supervised scans (minimum)
5 scans for rule in DVT
Mentored scans (indicative minimum)
Further 5 scans (10 legs)
Indicative minimum training time
1 month from 1st supervised scan
Core pathologies to be achieved
- DVT
The training process is outlined in full details in the curriculum pack
For learning resources related to FAMUS DVT - including images and teaching videos - please see famus.org.uk.
Please note: from May 2025 the DVT and peripheral vascular access modules have been separated. For information on the FAMUS peripheral vascular access module please click here.