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Flouroscopy

What is a fluoroscopy examination?

A fluoroscopy unit uses x-rays and an Image Intensifier to produce ‘real time’ 2D images, similar to a movie.  Often, a contrast agent (barium or iodine based) is used make different body parts more visible.

Fluoroscopy can be used to examine the digestive tract, the kidneys and bladder, joints and to perform minor operative procedures such as intravenous line insertions.

What fluoroscopy procedures can I have done at Sandringham Hospital Radiology?

At Sandringham Hospital we offer a wide range of diagnostic and interventional fluoroscopic procedures, including
  • Digestive System  Studies using either Barium of Iodinated oral contrast
    • Swallowing
    • Stomach (Meal)
    • Small bowel follow through
    • Ileostomy studies
    • Enema
  • Renal Studies
    • Renal Studies
    • Retrograde pyelogram
    • Urethrogram
    • Intravenous pyelogram
  • Lumbar puncture
  • Macrodacrocystogram
  • Sialogram
  • T-tube Cholangiogram
  • PICC line insertion
  • Joint Injection

How do I prepare for my Fluoroscopy examination?

  • If you have been referred for a fluoroscopic examination by your doctor and would like to make a booking, please contact the Patient Services Centre on 9076 1411
  • Most fluoroscopy procedures will require some preparation such as fasting or bowel preparation.  You will be advised how to prepare when your appointment is made.

Just prior to the examination

  • Please inform your doctor if you are allergic to Contrast or Iodine
  • You will need to wear a hospital gown.

During the fluoroscopy examination

  • A radiologist and a radiographer will perform this examination.  Sometime a nurse will also assist you.
  • Fluoroscopy examinations can take from 10 minutes to several hours, depending on the complexity of each case. Your radiographer will advise you on the day.
  • Often, fluoroscopy examinations involve the administration of a contrast agent (barium or iodine based).  The radiographer and radiologist will inform you of your requirements on the day.
  • The radiologist will direct you during the examination.  You may be asked to lie or stand in different positions to aid the imaging process.

What do I do after the examination is finished?

  • Eat and drink normally after the examination, unless otherwise directed.
  • You will be given an information sheet at discharge about your procedure.
  • Return to your doctor to discuss the examination results.
  • The radiologist’s report and your images are automatically forwarded to your doctor.


 




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