An aortogram involves placement of a catheter in the aorta and injection of contrast material while taking x-rays of the aorta. The procedure is known as aortography. The diagnosis of aortic dissection can be made by visualization of the intimal flap and flow of contrast material in both the true lumen and the false lumen. The catheter has to be i...
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Radiographic visualization of the aorta and its branches by injection of contrast media, using percutaneous puncture or catheterization procedures. ... (12 Dec 1998) ...
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(a″or-tog´rә-fe) radiography of the aorta after introduction into it of a contrast material.
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Type: Term Pronunciation: ā′ōr-tog′ră-fē Definitions: 1. Radiographic imaging of the aorta and its branches, or a portion of the aorta, by injection of contrast medium. 2. Imaging of the aorta by ultrasound or magnetic resonance.
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aortography 1. Radiographic imaging of the aorta and its branches, or a portion of the aorta, by injection of contrast medium. 2. Imaging of the aorta by ultrasound or magnetic resonance.
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x-ray examination of the aorta following injection of radiopaque dye.
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