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If you’re dealing with unexplained abdominal pain, changes in bowel movements, or blood in your stool, a barium enema guided by fluoroscopy can provide critical insights into your digestive health. By providing clear images of the colon and rectum, a barium enema allows your healthcare provider to pinpoint issues quickly and accurately, helping guide the next steps in your treatment plan. At Element Medical Imaging, our advanced fluoroscopy services ensure precise and effective results for your bowel health.

Exam Explanation

A barium enema involves filling the large intestine with diluted barium liquid while X-ray images are being taken. Barium enemas are used to diagnose disorders of the large intestine and rectum. These disorders may include colonic tumors, polyps, diverticula and anatomical abnormalities.

Exam Preparation

The patient may be asked to do the following in preparation for a barium enema:

• Drink clear liquids the day before the examination.
• Take a laxative, suppository or drug to cleanse the bowel.
• Refrain from eating and drinking after midnight on the night before the examination.

During the Exam

The patient will be positioned on an examination table. A rectal tube will be inserted into the rectum to allow the barium to flow into the intestine. During the procedure, the machine and table will move and the patient may be asked to change positions. Additional X-rays will be made immediately after the procedure in order to obtain more information.