Venogram

Venography is a study of veins in the body. Contrast medium (x-ray dye) is injected into the veins. This helps the blood vessels show clearly on x-ray pictures. X-rays of the veins are then taken.

Procedure

• An intravenous (IV) line is put into a vein in the prepared area. Contrast medium is injected through the IV into the vein.
• You will be asked to keep still while x-rays are taken. The technologist will tell you when you can move.
• The IV will be removed and the insertion site will be bandaged.
• This exam takes about a half hour.

Preparation & Considerations

• Please expect a phone call prior to your procedure informing you of specific requirements, obtaining a health history and a list of medications including blood thinners, and answering any questions that you may have.
• Blood work is required prior to most procedures.
• Please report to the Interventional Radiology Reception Desk upon arrival.
• Please ensure that you have not had anything to eat or drink after midnight the night before your procedure.
• Take your normal medications unless otherwise indicated by your physician.
• If you are allergic to contrast, please make your physician aware.
• If you are diabetic, talk to your physician about your insulin dose.
• Shower or bathe the evening before or the morning of the procedure.
• Please leave jewelry and other valuables at home; we are not responsible for items that you bring into the hospital.
• Bring all medications in their labeled containers with you on the day of your procedure.
• Plan on being at the hospital for at least 4 hours.
• Plan on resting for 12 hours post procedure.
• Do not drink alcohol 48 hours before or after your procedure.
• You MUST have a responsible adult to drive you home.
• Do not operate a vehicle, heavy machinery post- procedure for the remainder of that day.
• Do not make any important decisions post-procedure for the remainder of that day.
• As a reminder, children are not allowed into the imaging room and must be supervised by another guardian while your study is being completed.