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arteriography

/ˌɑrˈtɪrɪɒɡrəfi/ noun · British & US
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What does arteriography mean?

noun

A medical imaging technique that uses X-rays to visualize the blood vessels in the body, especially the arteries. It is used to diagnose and treat conditions such as atherosclerosis and peripheral artery disease.

Example

"The doctor ordered an arteriography to examine the blockage in the patient's coronary artery."

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