Cystography is a diagnostic procedure that uses X-rays to examine the urinary bladder. Still X-ray pictures or fluoroscopy (a study of moving body structures—similar to an X-ray “movie”) may be used. During cystography, contrast dye is injected into the bladder. Contrast refers to a substance taken into the body that causes the particular organ or…
CT stands for Computed Tomography, also known as CAT (Computerized Axial Tomography). It is a diagnostic test that uses a combination of X-rays and advanced computer technology to create cross-sectional anatomical images from different angles around the body. A computer puts these images together and can make them into 2D and 3D images. A CT…
Biliary drainage is the insertion of a tube into the bile duct. This is most commonly carried out when the bile ducts are blocked. The bile ducts normally allow bile (a green-brown fluid that is produced by the liver to help with the digestion of fats) to drain from the liver to the small intestine….
A barium enema is an x-ray procedure to examine the lower gastrointestinal tract using a barium. Liquid barium is a white, chalky contrast material that helps the colon show up better on the X-ray. A barium enema is used to help diagnose diseases and other problems that affect the lower GIT. These may include abdominal…
These are some guidelines on how to prepare for the test: Pre-Procedure Instruction Post-Procedure Instruction
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