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Hi, I’m Dr. Elliot Fishman, a radiologist at Johns Hopkins Hospital in Baltimore, Maryland. I’d like to talk with you about arthrography.

Arthrography is a diagnostic imaging test that is used to evaluate the joints of the body. The procedure may be indirect, where contrast material is injected into the bloodstream, or more commonly direct, where contrast material is injected directly into the joint.

Direct arthrography may use CT or computed tomography scanning, MRI or magnetic resonance imaging scanning, x-ray imaging or fluoroscopy – a special form of real-time x-ray – to create images of the inside of your body.

Arthrography is most often used to evaluate abnormalities within the joints and to help diagnose unexplained joint pain.

If you’re scheduled for this procedure, there are several important things you can do to prepare.

First of all, inform your doctor about any recent illness and medical conditions. If you’re a female and there is any chance you might be pregnant, also inform your doctor. Tell your doctor about any medications you’re taking and whether you have any allergies.

When you come for the examination, leave any jewelry at home and wear loose, comfortable clothing. You may be asked to wear a gown.

You may have some concerns about arthrography. However, it’s very important to consider the likelihood of benefit to your health of the examination. Direct arthrography is very effective at detecting disease within the ligaments, tendons and cartilage.

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