myelogram

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An X-ray picture of the spine and nearby nerves after a doctor puts dye around the spinal cord

noun
/ˈmaɪəloʊˌɡræm/

Specialized

: mielograma

If this syndrome is suspected, then rapid CT/MRI or myelogram is done to localize the problem, and then surgery is done to relieve pressure on the nerves and reestablish free arterial flow.
CT-augmented myelogram

Examples

In a myelogram study, two of the areas that are evaluated are the intervertebral spaces and potential intrusion of the disk into the spinal canal.

Academic text (2006)
The patient should remain on bed rest for 4 to 8 hours after the myelogram, and fluids should be increased.

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A myelogram detected no sign of multiple myeloma.

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When combined with a myelogram, the CT scan demonstrates important information about soft tissue structures such as the spinal cord nerve roots.

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Myelograms are used less frequently because of issues of clarity and the noninvasive benefits of CT and MRI.

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Prior to the man's cervical spine surgery, his physician ordered a cervical myelogram and CT scan.

Blog text (17)
Moreover, although our patient's protein electrophoresis revealed an increase in immunoglobulin levels, which might be a sign of multiple myeloma, his myelogram detected no sign of this disease.

Academic text (2005)
A myelogram is a radiograph of the spine after an intrathecal injection of a radiopaque water-soluble contrast medium.

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The doctor explained that a myelogram is essential for assessing the condition of the spinal cord and nerve roots.
After the myelogram, the surgeon had clearer images to plan the operation on the patient's back.

Surface Forms

myelogram singular

myelograms plural

Morphology

myelogram = myelo + gram (opaque) = myelo + gram

The term 'myelogram' is a specialized medical term not transparently derived from its components for a general learner.

Etymology

Myelogram comes from the parts myelo- meaning 'marrow' or 'spinal cord' and -gram meaning 'a record', the same ending as in telegram. So a myelogram is literally a 'record' or 'picture' of the spinal cord, which is why doctors use it to see problems in the spine.