What is "arthrogram"

n. (context medicine English) A series of images, often X-rays, of a joint after injection of a contrast medium.

n. an X ray of a joint after the injection of a contrast medium

An arthrogram is a series of images of a joint after injection of a contrast medium, usually done by fluoroscopy or MRI. The injection is normally done under a local anesthetic.The radiologist or radiographer performs the study using fluoroscopy or ultrasound to guide the placement of the needle into the joint and then injects an appropriate amount of contrast.