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Question: Discography

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Discography My husband is supposed to have a discography. Could you tell me the exact procedure of this method of treatment? von S.   |  am 2002-12-03 15:11:39  Answer: Discography Dear Mrs S., The procedure of a discography is as follows: a thin needle is introduced into the disc using an X-ray monitor and contrast medium injected into the disc. Conclusions can be drawn about the condition of the disc and if necessary a laser treatment can follow straight away. Yours sincerely, Dr. med. R. Schneiderhan Praxisklinik Dr. Schneiderhan  |  am 2002-12-03 15:16:33   ask follow-up-question

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