Angiocardiogram (Noun)
Meaning
A series of X rays representing the action of the heart and its blood vessels after the injection of a radiopaque substance.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The patient underwent an angiocardiogram to evaluate the narrowing of his coronary arteries and identify any blockages that could be treated.
- To further assess her cardiac health, the cardiologist recommended that she receive an angiocardiogram following a previous MRI.
- During the angiocardiogram procedure, the patient's heart rate and blood pressure were closely monitored as the contrast dye moved through her circulatory system.
- The cardiologist carefully examined the images from the angiocardiogram to determine the extent of damage caused by the heart attack.
- In preparation for her bypass surgery, the patient underwent a comprehensive diagnostic regimen, including a physical exam, lab tests, and an angiocardiogram.