A CT myelogram is a fluoroscopy test of the spine. It shows nerve root and cord compression when MRI is not possible. Typical effective dose 3 to 10 mSv, similar to about 1 to 3 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year).
सामान्य स्वास्थ्य जानकारी — यह निदान नहीं है। आपात स्थिति में 102 पर कॉल करें। हमेशा योग्य स्वास्थ्यकर्मी से सलाह लें।
Nerve root and cord compression when MRI is not possible.
Pacemaker patients needing spine imaging.
Preparation depends on the study (fasting or bowel preparation). Tell staff if pregnant.
Typical effective dose 3 to 10 mSv, similar to about 1 to 3 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; abdominal and pelvic exposure is avoided in pregnancy unless essential.
1 to 2 hours. General information, not a diagnosis. Results must be interpreted by a qualified health worker.
Fluoroscopy
परिणाम की व्याख्या के लिए डॉक्टर को दिखाएँ — अकेला परीक्षण निदान नहीं करता।
निकटतम सुविधाएँ दिखाने हेतु आपका स्थान एक बार उपयोग होता है। कुछ संग्रहीत नहीं होता।
What does a myelogram show?
Nerve root and cord compression when MRI is not possible.
Why is a myelogram done?
Pacemaker patients needing spine imaging.
How do I prepare for a myelogram?
Preparation depends on the study (fasting or bowel preparation). Tell staff if pregnant.
Does a myelogram use radiation?
Typical effective dose 3 to 10 mSv, similar to about 1 to 3 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; abdominal and pelvic exposure is avoided in pregnancy unless essential.
How long does a myelogram take?
1 to 2 hours
CT myelogram क्यों किया जाता है?
Pacemaker patients needing spine imaging.
CT myelogram के लिए कैसे तैयारी करें?
Preparation depends on the study (fasting or bowel preparation). Tell staff if pregnant.
CT myelogram गर्भावस्था में सुरक्षित है?
Typical effective dose 3 to 10 mSv, similar to about 1 to 3 years of natural background radiation (about 3 mSv a year). Tell staff if you are or might be pregnant; abdominal and pelvic exposure is avoided in pregnancy unless essential.
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