Fluoroscopy (Noun)
Meaning
Examination of body structures using a fluoroscope.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The radiologist used fluoroscopy to guide the insertion of a catheter into the patient's heart.
- During the examination, fluoroscopy was used to visualize the patient's swallowing difficulties.
- The gastroenterologist used fluoroscopy to examine the movement of food through the patient's digestive tract.
- The orthopedic surgeon utilized fluoroscopy to ensure the correct placement of the implant during the surgical procedure.
- Fluoroscopy was used to investigate the patient's respiratory problems and visualize the movement of air through the lungs.