What type of contrast does myelogram use?

What type of contrast does myelogram use?

A review of the contrast media used for myelography and radiculography is presented. Water-soluble, nonionic medium like metrizamide enables the examination of the entire CSF space. The relation of the diagnostic benefit to complications when using this contrast medium is favorable.

Does myelogram need contrast?

A myelogram is a diagnostic imaging test generally done by a radiologist. It uses a contrast dye and X-rays or computed tomography (CT) to look for problems in the spinal canal.

Where is the contrast medium injected for a myelogram?

The contrast material usually is injected into the lower lumbar spinal canal, because it is considered easier and safer. Occasionally, if it is deemed safer or more useful, the contrast material will be injected into the upper cervical spine.

Will a myelogram show nerve damage?

What can you see from a myelogram? A myelogram is able to show your spinal cord, spinal nerves, nerve roots, and bones in the spine by injecting contrast into your spinal fluid. As a result, it will also reveal whether anything is pressing against your spinal cord or nerves.

Do you get sedated during a myelogram?

A myelogram is an outpatient procedure that takes about an hour. You will be asked to remove clothing and jewelry that may interfere with the test. You will lie down on a padded table and will receive sedation (medication to make you drowsy and relaxed).

How painful is a myelogram?

How does it feel? You will feel a quick sting from a small needle that has medicine to numb the skin on your back. You will also feel some pressure as the long, thin spinal needle is put into your spinal canal. You may feel a quick, sharp pain down your buttock or leg when the needle is moved in your spine.

How bad is a myelogram?

RISKS: A myelogram may increase your risk for a headache, neck or back pain, nausea, or vomiting. You may have bleeding or spinal fluid may leak from the injection site. The procedure may cause injury to a disc, nerves, or your spinal cord.

How bad does a myelogram hurt?

You will feel a quick sting from a small needle that has medicine to numb the skin on your back. You will also feel some pressure as the long, thin spinal needle is put into your spinal canal. You may feel a quick, sharp pain down your buttock or leg when the needle is moved in your spine.

Do they sedate you for a myelogram?

What are the side effects of a myelogram?

What happens after a myelogram?

• Numbness and tingling of the legs.
• Blood or other drainage from the injection site.
• Pain at or near the injection site.
• Nausea or vomiting.
• Inability to urinate.
• Fever.
• Stiff neck.
• Leg numbness.