Fluoroscopy is a form of X-ray that allows us to see the deep structures of the body in real time
Digital fluoroscopy is an x-ray technique that is used to investigate cells and the deep structure of the body. Some digital fluoroscopy procedures may require the patient to drink a safe liquid known as barium. The technique is commonly used to examine the internal organs involved in swallowing and digestion. Other tests may require digital fluoroscopy; your provider will be the best judge of which tests are necessary for you. A digital fluoroscopy system is a type of medical imaging system that, like an X-ray film, displays a continuous X-ray image on a monitor. An X-ray beam is passed through the body during a fluoroscopy procedure. The image is sent to a monitor, in which the movement of a body part, device, or contrast agent ("X-ray dye") through the body can be seen in great detail. Fluoroscopy is used to aid in disease diagnosis and to guide physicians during certain treatment procedures. Some fluoroscopy procedures, such as an upper gastrointestinal ...