Venography
Venography is an imaging test that uses contrast to show veins.
When to get help quickly: The test itself is not usually urgent, but the underlying problem may be, especially if there is a suspected clot, severe swelling, or a need to restore venous access quickly.
Common symptoms
Doctors use venography when they need a detailed look at the veins because of swelling, suspected clot, a venous malformation, difficult vein access planning, or before some interventions.
When imaging helps
It helps show how blood is flowing through veins, whether a vein is blocked or narrowed, and how the venous anatomy looks before treatment.
What radiology does
It may be used when detailed venous anatomy, blockage, malformation, or procedural guidance is needed.
What usually happens next
Its result can help guide clot treatment, intervention planning, or surgical decisions.
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