Fluoroscopic

/ˌflʊərəʊˈskɒpɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or using a fluoroscope; describing medical imaging techniques that use real-time X-ray visualization with a fluorescent screen.

Etymology

From fluoroscope + -ic. The adjective developed early in the 20th century as fluoroscopy became an established medical practice.

Kelly Says

Fluoroscopic guidance lets surgeons navigate inside the body during procedures—they watch their instruments on a screen as if threading a needle while watching through a tiny camera.

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