Roentgenogram (Noun)
Meaning
A radiogram made by exposing photographic film to X rays; used in medical diagnosis.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The doctor ordered a roentgenogram of the patient's chest to check for any signs of pneumonia.
- A roentgenogram of the broken arm revealed a hairline fracture that required immediate attention.
- The radiologist carefully examined the roentgenogram to determine the extent of the lung damage.
- After taking a roentgenogram of the patient's spine, the doctor was able to diagnose a herniated disk.
- The roentgenogram showed a large tumor in the patient's abdomen, which required further testing and evaluation.