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Adson's test
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Costoclavicular maneuver
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duplex ultrasound
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Elevated Arm Stress Test
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Upon lifting, the arm may appear pale due to compression of the blood vessels. The arm may be smaller on the side of the symptoms, as this is often a congenital anomaly (present since birth. Tests to confirm the diagnosis include the following: X-...
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Thoracic outlet syndromes are a group of disorders that cause pain and abnormal nerve sensations in the neck, shoulder, arm, and/or hand.
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Thoracic outlet syndrome refers to a condition that results in compression of neurovascular anatomical structures at the superior aperture of the chest (thorax).
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Myelography is an x-ray examination of the spinal canal. A contrast agent is injected through a needle into the space around the spinal cord to display the spinal cord, spinal canal, and nerve roots on an x ray.
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MyelogramAmyelogramis a test to check problems with yourspinal canal, a tunnel-like structure in your spine that holds your spinal cord. A myelogram uses X-ray or computed tomography (CT) to create pictures of your spinal canal.Before Your TestDon...
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Myelography is a radiographic and fluoroscopic examination of the spinal canal. A contrast agent is injected through a needle into the space around the spinal cord (intrathecal sapace) to display the spinal cord, spinal canal, and nerve roots on an x ray.
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Myelography is an x-ray examination of the spinal canal. A contrast agent is injected through a needle into the space around the spinal cord to display the spinal cord, spinal canal, and nerve roots on an x ray.
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A chest x-ray is an x-ray of the chest, lungs, heart, large arteries, ribs, and diaphragm.
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A chest x ray is a procedure used to evaluate organs and structures within the chest for symptoms of disease. Chest x rays include views of the lungs, heart, small portions of the gastrointestinal tract, thyroid gland and the bones of the chest area.
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Detailed information on chest x-rays, including reasons for the procedure
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A chest x ray is a procedure used to evaluate organs and structures within the chest for symptoms of disease. Chest x rays include views of the lungs, heart, small portions of the gastrointestinal tract, thyroid gland, and the bones of the chest area.
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A chest x ray is a procedure used to evaluate organs and structures within the chest for symptoms of disease. Chest x rays include views of the lungs , heart , small portions of the gastrointestinal tract, and the bones of the chest area.
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Computed tomography (also known as CT, CT scan, CAT, or computerized axial tomography) scans use x rays to produce precise cross-sectional images of anatomical structures. With the development of modern computers, the scans enhanced digital capabilities allowed the development of computed tomography imaging (derived from the Greek tomos , meaning " to slice " ).
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Computed tomography (CT) scans are completed with the use of a 360-degree x-ray beam and computer production of images. These scans allow for cross- sectional views of body organs and tissues.
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Computed tomography (CT) scans are completed with the use of a 360-degree x-ray beam and computer production of images. These scans allow for cross-sectional views of body organs and tissues.
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Electromyography is a test that assesses the health of the muscles and the nerves controlling the muscles.
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Electromyography (EMG) is an electrical recording of muscle activity that aids in the diagnosis of neuromuscular disease. Purpose Muscles are stimulated by signals from nerve cells called motor neurons.
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Electromyography (EMG) is used to detect, process, and record electrical muscle activity in order to aid in the diagnosis of neuromuscular disease. Purpose EMG is performed most often to help diagnose different neuromuscular diseases causing weakness.
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Electromyography (EMG) is an electrical recording of muscle activity that aids in the diagnosis of neuromuscular disease, which affects muscle and peripheral nerves. Purpose Muscles are stimulated by signals from nerve cells called motor neurons.
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During a physical examination, a health care provider studies a patient's body to determine the presence or absence of physical problems. A typical physical examination includes: Inspection (looking at the body; Palpation (feeling the body with hands; Auscultation (listening to sounds; Percussion (producing sounds.
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the spine is a noninvasive procedure that uses powerful magnets and radio waves to create pictures of the spine area, including the spine bones (vertebrae), the spinal cord, and the spaces between the vertebrae through which the nerves travel. See also: MRI
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a unique and versatile medical imaging diagnostic tool. Using MRI, physicians obtain highly refined images of the body ' s interior.
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A magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) unit uses a magnetic field, radiofrequency waves, and computerized image processing to produce cross-sectional images of the anatomy. Purpose An MRI unit has several diagnostic clinical applications, including: diagnosing diseases of the central nervous system , brain , and spine detecting musculoskeletal disorders and injuries identifying infectious diseases such as those associated with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) detecting metastatic liver disease imaging the cardiovascular system staging prostate, bladder, and uterine cancers studying bone marrow diseases imaging the breast adjunctive to conventional mammography Some MRI units can perform magnetic resonance angiography (MRA), which is used to image vascular and arteriovenous malformations, thromboses, stenoses, and other vascular abnormalities.
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a diagnostic imaging procedure that uses radio waves, a magnetic field, and a computer to generate images of the anatomy. Purpose MRI is used to visualize the body to assist doctors in their efforts to diagnose certain diseases or conditions and to evaluate injuries.
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is the newest, and perhaps most versatile, medical imaging technology available. Doctors can get highly refined images of the body ' s interior without surgery, using MRI.
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is one of the newest diagnostic medical imaging technologies that uses strong magnets and pulses of radio waves to manipulate the natural magnetic properties in the body to generate a visible image. In the field of mental health, an MRI scan may be used when a patient seeks medical help for symptoms that could possibly be caused by a brain tumor.
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is a unique and versatile medical imaging modality. Doctors can obtain highly refined images of the body ' s interior using MRI.
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanners rely on the principles of atomic nuclear-spin resonance. Using strong magnetic fields and radio waves, MRI collects and correlates deflections caused by atoms into images.
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Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is one of the newest, and perhaps most versatile, medical imaging technology available. Doctors can get highly refined images of the body ' s interior without surgery using MRI.
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A nerve conduction study is a test that measures the movement of an impulse through a nerve after the deliberate stimulation of the nerve. Purpose The ability of a nerve to swiftly and properly transmit an impulse down its length, and to pass on the impulse to the adjacent nerve or to a connection muscle in which it is embedded, is vital to the performance of many activities in the body.
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EMG and NCS TestsElectromyography(EMG)and nerve conduction studies(NCS)are tests that measure muscle and nerve function. In most cases, both tests are performed.
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A venogram is a way to look at veins in your body using x-rays and a special dye called contrast. It is most often use to look at veins in the legs and belly area (abdomen. X-rays are a form of electromagnetic radiation like light, but of higher energy, so they can move through the body to form an image on film. Structures that are dense (such as bone) will appear white, air will be black, and other structures will be shades of gray. Veins are not normally seen in an x-ray. That is why the special dye is used. The health care provider injects this dye into a vein so it shows up better on x-rays. See also: Venogram - leg; Venogram - renal.
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Venography is an x-ray test that provides an image of the leg veins after a contrast dye is injected into a vein in the patient ' s foot. Purpose Venography is primarily performed to diagnose deep vein thrombosis (a condition that can lead to pulmonary embolism ).
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VenographyVenographyis a study of veins in the body.Contrast medium(x-ray dye) is injected into the veins. This helps the blood vessels show clearly on x-ray pictures.
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Phlebography is an x ray test that provides an image of the leg veins after a contrast dye is injected into a vein in the patient ' s foot. Purpose Phlebography is primarily performed to diagnose deep vein thrombosis- a condition in which clots form in the veins of the leg.
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Phlebography is an x-ray test that provides an image of the leg veins after a contrast dye is injected into a vein in the patient ' s foot. Purpose Phlebography is primarily performed to diagnose deep vein thrombosis- a condition in which clots form in the veins of the leg that can lead to pulmonary embolism in which those clots break off, travel to the lungs and pulmonary artery.
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A neck x-ray is an imaging test to look at cervical vertebrae, the seven bones in the neck area.
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