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The purpose of a myelogram is to evaluate the spinal cord and/or nerve roots for suspected compression
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A myelogram is used to diagnose spinal cord or nerve root compression by injecting contrast dye into the spinal canal and performing imaging studies to visualize the spinal cord and nerve roots. It can help identify causes of back or leg pain, spinal stenosis, herniated discs, or tumors that are not clearly visible on other imaging tests like x-rays or MRI.
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Which of the following is true of a radio opaque substance?
A radio opaque substance is something that resists the passage of X-Rays, or other radiation. It is often injected into the heart for a coronary angiogram, into the brain for a cerebral angiogram, or into the cerebralspinal fluid for a myelogram. It makes things stand out on an X-Ray or fluoroscope, making it easier to see internal structures and conditions. It can also be injected systemically, to enhance the constrast of an ordinary X-Ray or CT scan.
What is the abbreviation used for decibels?
The abbreviation used for decibels is dB.
Which instrument is used to mearsure the heat?
A thermometer is typically used to measure heat or temperature.
Which equation is used to calculate the amount of electrical energy used?
The equation used to calculate the amount of electrical energy used is: Energy (in kilowatt-hours) = Power (in kilowatts) x Time (in hours).
5 good conductors of heat and what its used for?
Copper - used in electrical wiring and heat sinks. Aluminum - used in cookware and heat exchangers. Silver - used in electronics and thermal conductors. Gold - used in thermal interface materials. Iron - used in cooking utensils and radiators.
Medical term for record of spinal cord?
An x-ray record of the spinal cord is called myelogram or myelography.
What is the x-ray of the spinal cord called?
myelogram, but being replaced by CT scan and MRI's
X-ray record of the spinal cord?
eletromyogram; myelogram
How long does a myelogram last?
A myelogram takes approximately 30-60 minutes
Is myogram the same as myelogram?
No
What will the myelogram show?
A normal myelogram would show a spinal canal of normal width, with no areas of constriction or obstruction
Record of the spinal cord?
The medical term for a record of the spinal cord is myelogram. Though very accurate, taking a myelogram is associated with risks mostly due to exposure to X-rays.
What abnormal resutls can a myelogram give?
A myelogram may reveal a herniated disk, tumor, bone spurs, or narrowing of the spinal canal
How does an abnormal myelogram read?
A myelogram may reveal a herniated disk, tumor, bone spurs, or narrowing of the spinal canal (spinal stenosis).
What is the definition of a myelogram?
The result of a radiographic examination.
Can I smoke before a myelogram?
Patients who smoke may be asked to stop the day before the test. This helps decrease the chance of nausea or headaches after the myelogram
How does a myelogram diagnose whiplash?
A myelogram combines x rays with an injection of dye into the spinal canal and allows for detailed visualization of the spinal canal and nerve roots.
