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arthrogram

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Arthrogram
A test done by injecting dye into the shoulder joint and then taking x-rays. Areas where the dye leaks out indicate a tear in the tendons.
Mentioned in: Rotator Cuff Injury

arthrogram
[är′thrəgram]
1 a radiographic record after introduction of opaque contrast material into a joint.
2 a nuclear medicine study used to detect the loosening of a prosthetic device.

arthrogram 
1. a radiographic record after introduction of opaque contrast material into a joint.
2. a nuclear medicine study used to detect the loosening of a prosthetic device.


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Beckett rejected the idea that he might need an invasive test like an arthrogram and added that he has been told he has no issues such as a possible aneurysm.
I almost fainted when I saw my first knee arthrogram performed with an 18-gauge, 1-1/2-inch needle
Playing with pain: Bruins left guard Shannon Tevaga was again a bystander throughout much of practice, this time because his right shoulder was sore after undergoing an arthrogram to determine the source of discomfort he is experiencing.
 
 
 
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