peripheral angiogram

A peripheral angiogram is a medical imaging procedure that visualizes the blood vessels outside the heart and brain, mainly in the arms and legs. It involves injecting a special dye (contrast dye) into the blood vessels and taking X-ray images to see blood flow and identify blockages, narrowing, or abnormalities. This test helps doctors diagnose issues like peripheral artery disease and plan appropriate treatments. The procedure is minimally invasive, typically performed in a hospital or outpatient setting, and provides detailed images to guide medical decision-making.