Radiography and Fluoroscopy
X-rays, also known as Radiography, are the fastest and easiest way for a radiologist to view images of your body. Routine x-rays include images of the chest, abdomen, pelvis, and bones. Fluoroscopy is a study of moving body structures, such as digestive functions, in a live, movie-like sequence. It is a safe and generally non-invasive procedure.
Modern x-ray techniques use a small amount of x-rays and have very tightly controlled x-ray beams. Special care is taken during x-ray examinations to ensure maximum safety for the patient. Women should always inform their physician and x-ray technologist if there is any possibility that they are pregnant.
Common X-Ray & Fluoroscopy Exams
X-Ray:
- All body parts
Fluoroscopy
- Barium Enema
- Esophagram
- Hysterosalpingogram
- Small Bowel Exam
- Upper GI Series
- Cystogram
- Joint Injections
Your X-Ray or
Fluoroscopy Exam.
Generally, no preparation is required for general x-ray. Images may be captured standing up or lying on the x-ray table. Preparation for fluoroscopy depends on the type of exam that is performed.
Depending on the type of fluoroscopic exam, a patient will be positioned next to the x-ray equipment standing up and/or lying down. The patient may be be asked to switch positions during the exam. Contrast agents used during a fluoroscopy exam may be introduced to the body through injections, swallowing, or in select cases, an enema. Once the fluoroscopy or x-ray study is complete, a patient may resume normal activity. Drinking fluids may be encouraged following a fluoroscopy study to help any contrast material move through the body
Next Steps:
We’ll report the results
A board certified radiologist will provide your physician with an interpretation of the imaging results.
Your Care Team will report to you
Your physician can then combine these results with your history and explain the findings to you.
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It’s our specialty to take care of you and your health in times where imaging can be scary. We want everyone to feel welcome and comfortable in every process we provide. Reach out today to get started with our team!