Arthrogram (Joint X-ray): What To Think About
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What To Think About
- Magnetic resonance image (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) give different information about a joint. These tests may be used with an arthrogram or when an arthrogram does not give a clear picture. Also, an MRI or arthroscopy may be used before or in addition to an arthrogram to check your joint problem. For more information, see the medical tests Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Knee, Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) of the Shoulder, and Arthroscopy.
- An arthrogram may be done if other tests, such as MRI, are not available. It also may be done to help your doctor decide whether arthroscopy is needed.
- An arthrogram is usually not done during pregnancy.
| Last updated: | April 24, 2008 |
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| Author: | Maria G. Essig, MS, ELS |
| Reviewed By: | Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine, Paul D. Traughber, MD - Radiology |
| Editors: | Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA, Tracy Landauer |
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