Fluoroscopy uses a continuous stream of X-rays to capture live images of your body, allowing physicians to observe structures and movements in real time, often for evaluating the digestive tract and assisting with various procedures.
Fluoroscopy is an imaging technique that uses X-rays to create real-time, moving images of the interior of your body. The images are displayed on a computer screen, allowing the radiologist to observe your body’s internal structures and movements continuously.
Fluoroscopy is often used to observe the movement of the diaphragm, the digestive tract, and the bowels. It helps detect conditions like bowel tumors, obstructive ulcers, and inflammatory diseases. Fluoroscopy is also valuable for guiding physicians during procedures such as positioning a catheter, injecting a needle, or realigning broken bones. Additionally, it assists with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures by providing real-time images of medical instruments used in treatments.
While fluoroscopy does emit higher radiation levels than standard X-rays, the radiation dose is carefully controlled and tailored to minimize exposure. At Advanced Radiology, we follow strict radiation safety guidelines and adhere to ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles to ensure patient safety. Our X-ray machines are regularly calibrated by a physicist to ensure accurate radiation levels.
The duration of a fluoroscopy procedure depends on the specific test being performed, but typically, it lasts from 20 to 60 minutes.
At Advanced Radiology, fluoroscopy is used to guide various procedures, including: