1. Plural of pyelogram; X-ray images of the kidney and urinary tract obtained after injection of a contrast medium.
Usage: medical; technical

Examples

• The radiologist reviewed the pyelograms to check for kidney stones.
• Pyelograms are useful diagnostic tools for evaluating urinary tract obstruction.
• The patient underwent pyelograms as part of the routine urological workup.
• Modern ultrasound has reduced the need for pyelograms in some cases.
• The pyelograms showed normal kidney function and no abnormalities.