what is an arteriogram used for
An arteriogram is an X-ray of the blood vessels called arteries. It is performed to evaluate various vascular conditions, such as an aneurysm (a bulging, weakened area in the wall of a blood vessel), stenosis (narrowing of a blood vessel), or blockages. Other names for this procedure are angiogram and arteriography. Fluoroscopy is often used during an arteriogram. Fluoroscopy is the study of moving body structures — similar to an X-ray movie.. A continuous X-ray beam is passed through the body part being examined, and is transmitted to a TV-like monitor so that the body part and its motion can be seen in detail.
An angiogram uses a radiopaque substance, or dye, to make the blood vessels or arteries visible under x ray. Mentioned in: Electrophysiology Study of the Heart, Heart Valve Repair angiogram