to evaluate the spinal cord and nerve roots for suspected compression. Pressure on these delicate structures causes pain or other symptoms. A myelogram is performed when precise detail about the spinal cord is needed to make a definitive diagnosis.
Other conditions that may be diagnosed using myelography include arthritic bony growths (spurs), narrowing of the spinal canal (spinal stenosis), or malformations of the spine.
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A myelogram is a radiographic study of the spinal cord using contrast medium. The process is known as myelography.
There are several conditions that can be diagnosed using a CBC (Complete Blood Count) blood test. Among these conditions are anemia and liver disease.
The record of a study of the spinal cord using contrast medium is a myelogram. The process of making the record is known as myelography.
Yes, you can transmit HPV or other STDs if you have been diagnosed with HPV. Using condoms can lower the risk.
A fever is usually diagnosed using a thermometer.
Sometimes a fetal infection can be diagnosed using ultrasound.
Carbohydrate intolerance can be diagnosed using oral tolerance tests.
Abnormal conditions that can be detected using colposcopy and biopsy include precancerous tissue changes (cervical dysplasia), cancer, and cervical warts (human papilloma virus).
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