Imaging of Arthrogram (Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist, Hip, Knee Or Ankle) In Radio-Diagnosis.

An arthrogram uses X-rays and a special dye to make pictures of your joints. The dye is injected into your joint. After the dye is injected, pictures are taken using an X-ray machine. The pictures may also be taken using a CT (Computerised Tomography) scanner or an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) scanner. This is called a CT arthrogram or a MRI arthrogram. What types of imaging technologies do providers use in arthrography? Your provider may use one or more imaging tests during your arthrogram: • X-ray uses a small dose of radiation to take a picture of internal body structures. • MRI uses a powerful magnet and computer technology to capture detailed, 3D pictures of joint tissues. MRI scans don’t use radiation, which is why some healthcare providers prefer it over other options. • CT scan uses X-rays and computers to take pictures of your joint from different angles. • Fluoroscopy uses X-rays to show real-time images of your joint structures on a computer, like watching a movie made of