Fluoroscopy
What is it?
Fluoroscopy is a study that uses X-rays to make “real-time” moving pictures of the body. Fluoroscopy allows your doctor to see your organs and tissues working on a video screen, similar to watching a movie.
What can Fluoroscopy detect?
Used in Operation Theater to visualise bone and joint space during surgery. |
Upper GI series (barium swallow) shows structure and function of esophagus. It diagnoses narrowing or tumor of esophagus. |
Hysterosalpingogram shows the shape of the uterus and fallopian tubes, and fallopian tube blockages. It diagnoses the cause of infertility. |
Intravenous pyleogram (IVP) shows the structure and function of the kidneys, ureters and bladder. It diagnoses kidney stones, pyelonephritis, polycystic kidney disease and kidney abnormalities. |
Lower GI series (barium enema) shows the structure of the colon (large intestine). It diagnoses polyps, diverticula, cancer, ulcers and inflammation. |
I am having Fluoroscopy test.
Before scan | Wear simple clothes and minimal jewellery on day of study. Carefully follow addition instructions given by your doctor. |
During scan | You will wear a patient gown and lie on a table. Further instructions will vary based on your study. |
After Test | Radiologist will discuss study results with your doctor. You will receive a detailed report. You should discuss your study report with your doctor. |
