arthrogram

arthrogram
Imaging of a joint following the introduction of a contrast agent into the joint capsule to enhance visualization of the intraarticular structures. [arthro- + G. gramma, a writing]

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ar·thro·gram 'är-thrə-.gram, -thrō- n a radiograph of a joint made by arthrography

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ar·thro·gram (ahrґthro-gram) a radiographic record obtained after introduction of opaque contrast material into a joint.

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