A normal myelogram shows nerves that appear normal, and a spinal canal of normal width, with no areas of constriction or obstruction.
A normal myelogram would show a spinal canal of normal width, with no areas of constriction or obstruction
A myelogram may reveal a herniated disk, tumor, bone spurs, or narrowing of the spinal canal (spinal stenosis).
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
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.
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A myelogram may reveal a herniated disk, tumor, bone spurs, or narrowing of the spinal canal
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
The result of a radiographic examination.
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.