noun
- A radiographic imaging technique in which X-rays are used to visualize the aorta after injection of a contrast medium.
Usage: medical; technical
Examples
- The cardiologist ordered an aortography to assess the patient's aortic aneurysm.
- Aortography is commonly used to diagnose aortic dissection in emergency settings.
- Modern aortography has been largely replaced by CT angiography in many hospitals.
- The radiologist performed an aortography to evaluate blood flow through the aorta.
- Aortography requires careful monitoring due to the risks associated with contrast injection.