noun
- Plural of lymphangiogram; radiographic images of the lymphatic vessels and nodes obtained after injection of contrast medium.
Usage: medical/technical term; used in radiology and oncology
Examples
- The radiologist reviewed the lymphangiograms to assess the spread of cancer to nearby lymph nodes.
- Lymphangiograms are sometimes used to evaluate lymphatic system function in patients with swelling.
- Modern imaging techniques like CT and MRI have largely replaced traditional lymphangiograms in clinical practice.
- The surgeon consulted the lymphangiograms before planning the surgical approach.
- Lymphangiograms can reveal blockages or abnormalities in the lymphatic vessels.