Radiography, Abdominal
| Definition: |
Radiographic visualization of the body between the thorax and the pelvis, i.e., within the peritoneal cavity. |
| Notes: |
GEN or unspecified; prefer specifics or specific organ /radiogr; DF: RADIOGR ABDOMINAL |
| Previously Indexed: |
Abdomen/radiography (1967-1997) |
Radiography, Abdominal Categories.
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Cholangiography - Radiographic examination of the bile ducts. |
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Cholecystography - Radiography of the gallbladder after ingestion of a contrast medium. |
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Defecography - Radiographic examination of the process of defecation after the instillation of a CONTRAST MEDIA into the rectum. |
Radiography, Abdominal Definitions and Terms
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