radioscopy

American

[rey-dee-os-kuh-pee] / ˌreɪ diˈɒs kə pi /

noun

the examination of objects opaque to light by means of another form of radiation, usually x-rays.

radioscopy British

/ ˌreɪdɪəʊˈskɒpɪk, ˌreɪdɪˈɒskəpɪ /

noun

another word for fluoroscopy

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Etymology

Origin of radioscopy

First recorded in 1895–1900; radio- + -scopy

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radioscopy

In doubtful cases radioscopy renders valuable aid, as the parts are readily seen with the screen.

From Manual of Surgery Volume Second: Extremities—Head—Neck. Sixth Edition. by Miles, Alexander

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