noun
- A radiographic image of the bile ducts obtained by injecting contrast medium into the biliary system.
Usage: medical/technical term; commonly used in diagnostic imaging and gastroenterology
Examples
- The doctor ordered a cholangiogram to examine the patient's bile ducts for blockages.
- A cholangiogram revealed gallstones lodged in the common bile duct.
- The radiologist reviewed the cholangiogram images to assess the extent of the obstruction.
- During the endoscopic procedure, a cholangiogram was performed to visualize the biliary system.
- The cholangiogram showed normal anatomy with no signs of stricture or dilation.