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Fluoroscopy

About Fluoroscopy

Fluoroscopy is an enhanced method of X-ray that uses fluorescent material to increase the capability of
X-rays to produce real-time, in-motion images of the inside of the body and its organs as they function during an examination. The patient is placed between the X-ray device and a fluorescent screen, which enables the X-ray to image tissues and organs inside the body, other than bones, in much greater detail than conventional X-rays.

Common purposes for which your physician may order a fluoroscopy include examinations of the digestive system, known as "Upper GI" (gastrointestinal) or "Lower GI" series. Fluoroscopy may also be used during interventional radiology procedures, for purposes such as monitoring or guiding instruments used during diagnosis or treatment.

Since fluoroscopy is now one of several methods that provide real-time, in-motion images (ultrasound, computed tomography, and nuclear medicine, for example), some of which do not use radiation or electromagnetic energy, your physician's choice of imaging method will depend on factors such as the purpose of the examination and your medical history.

Preparing for Fluoroscopy

In order to perform this examination satisfactorily, we ask that you follow the preparation instructions below that match your needs:

Upper GI Series / Barium Swallow

Day before the examination:

• Nothing to eat or drink after midnight.

Day of the examination:

• Do not eat or drink anything until after your examination has been completed.
• Necessary meds may be taken at least two hours prior to study with minimal sips of water.

Small Bowel Series

Day before the examination:

• Nothing to eat or drink after midnight.

Day of the examination:

• Do not eat or drink anything until after your examination has been completed.
• Necessary meds may be taken at least two hours prior to study with minimal sips of water.

This study may take up to several hours depending on your metabolism. Please plan accordingly.

Barium Enema

• Obtain a Fleet Barium Enema Prep Kit #1 two days before your appointment. A full 24 hours is required to complete this preparation.
• Follow the instructions contained in the kit for the "24-hour prep."

These kits are available at most local pharmacies. Sometimes you may need to ask the pharmacist for the prep kit.