Lymphangiography (Noun)
Meaning
Roentgenographic examination of lymph nodes and lymph vessels after injection of a radiopaque contrast medium; produces a lymphangiogram.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The doctor ordered a lymphangiography to visualize the lymph nodes and vessels in the patient's arm.
- Lymphangiography is a diagnostic imaging procedure used to evaluate the lymphatic system.
- The radiologist carefully injected the contrast medium into the patient's foot before performing the lymphangiography.
- The lymphangiography revealed a blockage in the lymphatic vessels, which was causing the patient's swelling.
- The patient underwent lymphangiography to determine if the cancer had spread to the lymph nodes.