myelogram
/ˈmaɪəloʊˌɡræm/
noun
- An X-ray or scan of the spinal canal taken after injecting a contrast dye, used to look for problems like herniated discs or tumors.
- The doctor ordered a myelogram to see if the patient's back pain was caused by a pinched nerve.
- During a myelogram, dye is injected into the spine to make the nerves show up clearly on the X-ray.
- After the myelogram, the radiologist found a small tumor pressing on the spinal cord.