Fluoroscopy.
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What is a fluoroscopy exam?
Fluoroscopy studies moving body structures, similar to an x-ray movie. A continuous x-ray beam passes through the body part being examined and is shown on a monitor so the part and its motion can be seen in detail. Fluoroscopy lets physicians look at many body systems, including the skeletal, digestive, urinary, respiratory and reproductive systems.
What you should know
What is an arthrogram?
For complex joints like the hip and shoulder, your doctor may order an arthrogram with an MRI or CT to follow. A radiologist uses live x-ray to inject contrast directly into the joint under local anesthetic. You may feel slight pain or pressure. The MRI or CT follows right after so the contrast brings clarity to the joint.
What is an IVP?
An intravenous pyelogram (IVP) uses injected contrast to evaluate the kidneys, ureters and bladder. A series of x-rays follows the contrast as it filters through the kidneys and down into the bladder.
What is a hysterosalpingogram (HSG)?
An HSG determines whether the fallopian tubes are open and whether the uterine cavity is normal. It is usually done after a menstrual period ends but before ovulation. The radiologist places a speculum and a small cannula at the cervix and gently fills the uterus with contrast, which may cause slight discomfort or pressure.
What is a joint aspiration?
A joint aspiration removes a large collection of fluid around a joint, often from bursitis, to relieve pressure and pain and improve movement. A local anesthetic may cause brief stinging, and the radiologist draws fluid through a needle into a syringe.
What is a brisement?
A brisement injects fluid into the space between a tendon and its sheath to break up scar tissue and stimulate healing. It is most common for the Achilles tendon but can be done on any tendon of the extremities.
What is a therapeutic steroid joint injection?
A minimally invasive injection of a long lasting steroid to relieve discomfort from inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, gout and tendonitis, with direct treatment to the affected area and little to no side effects.
What is a barium swallow (esophagram)?
A barium swallow uses barium and x-rays to image the upper GI tract, including the back of the mouth, throat (pharynx) and esophagus, so the radiologist can see their size and shape.
What is an upper GI?
An upper GI series examines the esophagus, stomach and duodenum, made visible by a barium or water soluble contrast liquid as the radiologist takes images.
What is a small bowel series?
An x-ray study of the small intestine using fluoroscopy and swallowed barium. Images are taken at timed intervals as the barium moves through the small bowel.
Prep for your exam
If you have an appointment scheduled, pre-register, complete forms and review prep instructions in Patient Pathway. Questions about your visit? Call (919) 877-5400.
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