A myelogram can cause some discomfort, but pain levels vary among individuals. Patients may experience a brief, sharp pain or a pressure sensation during the injection of the contrast dye into the spinal canal. Following the procedure, some mild to moderate headache or soreness in the injection site is common. Overall, while it may be uncomfortable, many find the pain manageable.
An x-ray record of the spinal cord is called myelogram or myelography.
myelogram, but being replaced by CT scan and MRI's
eletromyogram; myelogram
A myelogram takes approximately 30-60 minutes
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A normal myelogram would show a spinal canal of normal width, with no areas of constriction or obstruction
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.
A myelogram may reveal a herniated disk, tumor, bone spurs, or narrowing of the spinal canal
A myelogram may reveal a herniated disk, tumor, bone spurs, or narrowing of the spinal canal (spinal stenosis).
The result of a radiographic examination.
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
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.