This website does not provide cost information. To locate a medical imaging or radiation oncology provider in your community, you can search the ACR-accredited facilities database. Please contact your physician with specific medical questions or for a referral to a radiologist or other physician. See the Radiation Dose page for more information. The radiation dose for this procedure varies.However, given the small amount of radiation used in medical imaging, the benefit of an accurate diagnosis far outweighs the associated risk. ![]() There is always a slight chance of cancer from excessive exposure to radiation.The doctor will take precautions to mitigate these risks. These risks include damage to the blood vessel, bruising or bleeding at the puncture site, and infection. Any procedure that places a catheter inside a blood vessel carries certain risks.See the Contrast Materials page for more information. Such patients are at risk for developing contrast-induced nephropathy, in which the pre-existing kidney damage is worsened. Patients with impaired kidney (renal) function should be given special consideration before receiving iodine-based contrast materials by vein or artery. There is a risk of injury to the kidneys with contrast injection.In rare cases, a venogram can cause a deep vein thrombosis (blood clot).There is a very slight risk of an allergic reaction if the procedure uses an injection of contrast material.Will be observed for any signs of complications, such as bleeding from the injection site, infection or an allergic reaction. After the catheter is removed, a bandage will be placed on the IV site. Will also be instructed to drink a lot of fluids for the next day. Fluids will be run through your IV to remove the contrast material from your veins. When the examination is complete, the technologist may ask you to wait until the radiologist confirms they have all the necessary images.Ī venogram takes between 30 and 90 minutes to perform. The technologist will walk behind a wall or into the next room to activate the x-ray machine. This helps reduce the possibility of a blurred image. You must hold very still and may need to hold your breath for a few seconds while the technologist takes the x-ray. Your arm or leg may feel like it is getting numb or "falling asleep." After the test is complete, You may have a metallic taste in your mouth. However, you will not feel serious discomfort.Īs the contrast material passes through your body, you may feel warm. You may feel pressure when the doctor inserts the catheter into the vein or artery. ![]() The doctor will numb this area using local anesthetic. Most of the sensation is at the skin incision site. You will feel a slight pinch when the nurse inserts the needle into your vein for the IV line and when they inject the local anesthetic. Remove jewelry, removable dental appliances, eyeglasses, and any metal objects or clothing that might interfere with the x-ray images. You may need to remove some clothing and/or change into a gown for the exam. What will I experience during and after the procedure?
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