An arthrogram is a series of images, often X-rays, of a joint after injection of a contrast medium. The injection is normally done under a local anesthetic.The radiologist performs the study using fluoroscopy or ultrasound to guide the placement of the needle into the joint and then injects an appropriate amount of contrast. ==Related technologies... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Arthrogram
X-ray technique for joints using air and/or dye injected into the affected area; useful in diagnosing meniscus tears of the knee and rotator cuff tears of the shoulder.
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<investigation, radiology> A X-ray procedure involving the injection of radiopaque dye into a joint space to demonstrate the anatomy of the joint by X-ray. ... (27 Sep 1997) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973
(ahr´thro-gram) a radiographic record after introduction of opaque contrast material into a joint. a nuclear medicine study used to detect the loosening of a prosthetic device. Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/21001
Type: Term Pronunciation: ar′thrō-gram Definitions: 1. Imaging of a joint following the introduction of a contrast agent into the joint capsule to enhance visualization of the intraarticular structures. Found on http://www.medilexicon.com/medicaldictionary.php?t=7597
an x-ray to view bone structures following an injection of a contrast fluid into a joint area. When the fluid leaks into an area that it does not belong, disease or injury may be considered, as a leak would provide evidence of a tear, opening or blockage Found on http://www.orthopaedicsurgeonsmd.com/patient-information/glossary-orthopaed