Intravenous Pyelography (Noun)
Meaning
Performing pyelography with intravenous injection of a contrast medium.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The doctor ordered an intravenous pyelography to visualize the patient's urinary tract and diagnose any potential blockages.
- Intravenous pyelography is a medical imaging technique that involves injecting a contrast medium into a vein to visualize the kidneys and urinary tract.
- The radiologist used intravenous pyelography to examine the patient's kidneys and detect any signs of kidney stones or tumors.
- The patient underwent intravenous pyelography to evaluate the function of their kidneys and assess the severity of their kidney disease.
- Intravenous pyelography is often used in emergency situations to quickly diagnose and treat conditions such as kidney stones or urinary tract blockages.