Barium Radiology

Balloon Sphincterography

Sphincterography is an X-ray to evaluate voluntary muscle strength and relaxation. Sphincterography uses a flexible balloon connected to a bag of liquid barium.

Examining the Large Bowel

Barium Enema

with the barium enema, liquid barium is infused into the large bowel via tube inserted into the rectum followed by distension of the large bowel with C02.

For Esophagus, Stomach & UI

Barium Swallow Barium Meal

A barium swallow test helps investigate a variety of complaints relating to the esophagus. A barium meal test evaluates the stomach & upper small intestine.

Using X-rays

Defecography

Defecography uses an X-ray to look at the shape and position of the rectum as it empties. This procedure reveals rectoceles and signs of rectal descent.

Using X-rays

Small Bowel Follow-Through

During this examination a radiologist uses an X-ray machine to follow the passage of barium through the stomach and into the small intestine.