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Michael P. D'Alessandro, M.D.
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Contrast:
Barium taken by mouth.
Technique:
Don't over distend the stomach.
Start with right side down to facilitate gastric emptying.
Give 5-10 cc of contrast.
Take lateral and AP views of the esophagus, focusing on the area of
the surgical anastomosis which is the most likely site for a
stricture and subsequent food impaction.
When contrast is seen to enter 3rd/4th part of duodenum, turn patient
supine and document the position of the duodenal jejunal junction
with a spot film. Observe motility of entire esophagus.
Views to Take:
Not applicable
References:
See References Chapter.
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