Bakersfield California Angiograms
Several types of angiograms are performed by radiology professionals. An angiogram is a means of observing the integrity of the cardiovascular system in specific areas throughout the body. Combined with the use of some type of contrast medium injected via a catheter, the angiogram identifies areas of blockage or damaged vessels within the circulatory system.
The most common type of angiogram is the coronary angiogram, which identifies abnormalities in the blood circulation to and through the heart chambers. Other types of angiograms include cerebral (brain), extremity (arm or leg), renal (kidney), pulmonary (lungs), lymph vessels, and retinal (eyes) variations. Each of these requires the injection of some type of contrast in order to adequately view the blood circulation.
If you live in the Bakersfield, California area, check out Truxtun Radiology Medical Group for an alternative to the traditional invasive angiogram. At Truxtun Radiology Medical Group, we offer the option of an initial evaluation of any part of the circulatory system without the invasive procedure associated with traditional angiograms. The equipment we use is cutting edge and provides clear, digital-image-quality reporting to the referring physician.
To schedule an appointment with us, call our appointment desk at 661-616-1488, send your request via email at appointments@truxtunrad.com, or fax your appointment request to 661-325-6744. You must include a daytime phone number, the referring physician, your insurance provider, and the best time for your appointment. Our appointment schedulers at Truxtun Radiology Medical Group will respond to your request for an appointment within one business day.