retrograde urethrography

retrograde urethrography
radiographic examination of the urethra after obstruction of its external orifice and injection of contrast material that travels in a retrograde direction towards the bladder; used for evaluation of strictures, diverticula, and trauma.

Retrograde urethrography showing complete disruption of posterior urethra secondary to pelvic fracture.


Medical dictionary. 2011.

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