Cardiac ventriculography
Cardiac Ventriculography is a medical imaging technique used primarily to evaluate the cardiac function of the heart. It is a type of X-ray examination that uses a contrast medium to visualize the ventricles of the heart.
Pronunciation
Cardiac Ventriculography: /kɑːrˈdaɪæk vɛnˌtrɪkjʊˈlɒɡrəfi/
Etymology
The term "Cardiac Ventriculography" is derived from three words: "Cardiac", from the Greek kardia meaning heart; "Ventriculo", from the Latin ventriculus meaning little belly or cavity; and "graphy", from the Greek graphein meaning to write or record.
Procedure
Cardiac Ventriculography involves the injection of a contrast medium into the heart's ventricles to make them visible on X-ray images. The procedure is usually performed in a catheterization laboratory under local anesthesia. The contrast medium allows the physician to assess the functional status of the ventricles and detect any abnormalities.
Related Terms
- Angiography: A medical imaging technique used to visualize the inside of blood vessels and organs of the body.
- Echocardiography: A diagnostic test that uses ultrasound waves to produce images of the heart.
- Cardiac Catheterization: A procedure used to diagnose and treat certain cardiovascular conditions.
- Contrast Medium: A substance used in radiography to enhance the contrast of structures or fluids within the body.
Risks and Complications
Like any medical procedure, Cardiac Ventriculography carries some risks and potential complications. These may include allergic reaction to the contrast medium, bleeding, infection, arrhythmia, or damage to the blood vessels.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cardiac ventriculography
- Wikipedia's article - Cardiac ventriculography
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