So, the apprehension and the anxiety goes on for a couple more weeks...
Meanwhile, for those who, when I've mentioned what I was supposed to have been doing today, asked: "Angie WHO?" here's what the short definition. I'll spare you the HOW, because, if you're anything like me, it will make you knees go a bit wobbly...
An X-ray film or image of the blood vessels is called an angiograph, or more commonly, an angiogram. Angiography or arteriography is a medical imaging technique in which an X-ray picture is taken to visualize the inner opening of blood filled structures, including arteries, veins and the heart chambers. Its name comes from the Greek words angeion, "vessel", and graphien, "to write or record".Oh, well, it's comforting, at least, to know that the Greeks are involved - even peripherally!
No images today, because, well... you can imagine...
2 comments:
Brian - it really is no problem. It doesn't take long and is a very routine procedure. If they detect any blockage they can sort it there and then. There is some discomfort (rather than any pain) but certainly no worse than having blood taken! You will be fine!
I wish it had all been over yesterday, but thanks for the encouragement, Rob!
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