Fluoroscope

What does "Fluoroscope" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

A fluoroscope is a medical device used to take live, real-time images of the body's internal structures. It works much like an X-ray, but instead of producing a single static image, it creates a continuous moving picture. This allows doctors to observe the function of an organ, a joint, or a body system, such as the digestive tract, in action. It's often used during surgical procedures to guide the surgeon.

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