Greenfield

Greenfield for Putnam myelography Introduction

Greenfield is a process in which a doctor performs a myelogram of the spinal cord to diagnose spinal cord diseases and test the effectiveness of treatment. A myelogram is an x-ray test that uses radioactive materials to produce an image of the spinal cord. Putnam, an American neurosurgeon, invented the Greenfield myelography method, which is still used today. Greenfield for Putnam is a term indicating the use of the Putnam method to obtain a myelogram. This method is the gold standard for diagnosing diseases of the spine and spinal cord, but has several limitations. In this article we will look at what Greenfield is and how it is performed, and also talk about modern methods for diagnosing the spinal cord in general.

What is greenfield? Greenfield is a procedure that involves performing myelograms. This procedure uses radioactive particles—technetium-99 (Tc-99) or cobalt-57 (Co57)—to produce high-quality images of the spinal cord and brain. The procedure is performed under general anesthesia or relaxants to immobilize the patient. Usually