Definition of pyelography in English:
pyelography
noun ˌpʌɪəˈlɒɡrəfiˌpīəˈläɡrəfē
mass nounMedicine An X-ray technique for producing an image of the renal pelvis and urinary tract by the introduction of a radiopaque fluid.
Also called urography
Example sentencesExamples
- Intravenous pyelography has been the classic diagnostic test of choice.
- If necessary, intravenous pyelography, computed tomography or magnetic resonance imaging can add more information.
- Intravenous pyelography has greater sensitivity and specificity for the detection of renal calculi.
- What are the possible common complications of intravenous pyelography?
- Intravenous pyelography and percutaneous nephrogram are useful in imaging GUTB.
Derivatives
noun ˈpʌɪələ(ʊ)ɡram
Medicine Diagnostic tests may include renal ultrasonography or an abbreviated intravenous pyelogram.
Example sentencesExamples
- This dosage level can be achieved by using ‘one shot’ intravenous pyelograms and substituting MRI for CT scanning.
- An intravenous pyelogram was obtained and revealed a 5-cm radiolucent filling defect of the bladder.
- An intravenous pyelogram is carried out in the x-ray department and takes about an hour.
- An intravenous pyelogram and a computed tomographic scan revealed a large, solid mass with a central, non-enhancing area.
Origin
Early 20th century: from Greek puelos 'trough, basin' + -graphy.