Why Would You Need an Arteriogram?
Why the Test Is Performed an Arteriogram Is Done to See How Blood Moves Through the Arteries. It Is Also Used to Check for Blocked or Damaged Arteries. It Can...
What is the purpose of an arteriogram?
An arteriogram is an X-ray of the blood vessels. It's used to look for changes in the blood vessels, such as: Ballooning of a blood vessel (aneurysm) Narrowing of a blood vessel (stenosis)
What are the risks of an arteriogram?
- Bruising or infection at the puncture site.
- Bleeding, pain, or swelling where the catheter was inserted.
- Allergic reaction to the contrast dye.
- Injury to nearby structures or organs.
- Heart attack , stroke , or in rare cases, death.
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