Pediatric fluoroscopy imaging
At Children’s Health℠, our specialists in pediatric radiology and pediatric neuroradiology have advanced training and years of experience in performing fluoroscopy exams for children. Our technologists and pediatric radiologists work to use the lowest possible dose of radiation in order to protect your child’s health, conforming to the standards set by the national program of ALARA – As Low As Reasonably Achievable for radiation doses.
What is pediatric fluoroscopy imaging?
Fluoroscopy is an imaging process that allows doctors to view internal organs in motion. It is used in a variety of diagnostic and therapeutic procedures for the esophagus, stomach, small and large intestine, colon, rectum and urinary tract.
What can I expect with pediatric fluoroscopy imaging?
Your child will be given a special dye that will highlight specific organs, joints and/or blood vessels so they can be seen better under fluoroscopy or X-ray. This dye can be swallowed, injected or given by an enema, depending on the type of exam and what part of the body is being studied.
Most fluoroscopic exams require the child to lie on the table. The X-ray machine, called the "fluoro tower,” will move across your child. The machine has a curtain on it so your child may feel like they are lying in a tent.
The length of time for the study will depend on the part of the body being imaged; there are some studies that require the contrast or dye to move through the patient’s system prior to the study.
Pediatric fluoroscopy doctors and providers
Maddy Artunduaga, MDPediatric Radiologist