Angiography
An angiogram involves taking pictures of a vein or artery. There are various ways of carrying out an angiogram and each one has specific advantages and disadvantages. Your vascular surgeon will choose one or the other method intentionally and for a good reason.
Type of angiogram
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Ultrasound |
CT-angio |
NMR-angio |
Intra-arteriële angio |
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Preparation? |
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Requires a venous line before administering contrast |
Requires a venous line before administering contrast |
Requires a needle in the artery Sometimes requires a hospital admission Bed rest and a pressure dressing on the groin in case of puncture |
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Contrast? |
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Contrast containing iodine |
Contrast containing iodine |
Contrast containing iodine |
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Things to mention? |
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Pregnancy Kidney problems Allergies Claustrophobia |
Metal in your body Claustrophobia |
Pregnancy Kidney problems Allergies Medications (blood thinners / anticoagulants) Previous surgical procedures via the groin Whether you agree to a possible procedure |
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Eat and drink? |
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Nothing to eat or drink after breakfast |
Nothing to eat or drink after breakfast |
Nothing to eat or drink after breakfast |
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Duration of the test? |
30-60 min. |
20 min. |
30 min. |
40-60 min. |
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Purpose? |
Screening Diagnosis |
Diagnosis |
Diagnosis |
Preparation for procedure |