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Overview
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A Fluoroscopy scanner uses an X-ray beam, passed through the body to create an X-ray 'movie.' The images are captured and viewed on a fluoroscope, which looks like a small television. Unlike a traditional X-ray that produces a single image, fluoroscopy studies produce real-time video of the anatomy and how it moves.
In addition to skeletal images, fluoroscopy is used to look at the digestive, urinary, respiratory and reproductive systems.
You can review information specific to your scan by selecting from the 'study type' menu in the left column.
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(1) Philips EasyDiagnost Eleva Fluoroscopy System
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A Cystogram is a functional study of the bladder. A VCUG or Voiding Cystourethrogram is a functional study of the bladder and the urethra. VCUG studies are common for children and you may wish to follow this link to review our pediatric VCUG information.
- Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your exam time.
- Wear comfortable two-piece clothing. However, you will be asked to change into the center's gown for your procedure.
For your safety, please notify our scheduling department and technologists:
- If you are allergic to iodine
- If you are on a sodium-restricted diet. If so, please contact your physician prior to your study.
- If you are diabetic
- If you believe you may be pregnant
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During your visit, a patient advocate will show you to the changing area and can assist you if necessary. Our changing rooms offer secure lockers, but we encourage patients to leave valuables at home. Once changed, our patient advocate will guide you to a waiting area where you will find a selection of magazines and newspapers.
Our Radiology Practioner Assistants (RPA) and technologists are specially trained and certified by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists. During your study, a small catheter (a thin, flexible, hollow tube), will be inserted into the bladder via the urethra. Contrast is injected into the tube to fill the bladder. You will be asked to hold your bladder while the radiologist or Radiologoical Physician's Assistant takes X-rays. This is necessary to fully view the bladder. If we are also examining the urethra, after taking X-rays of your bladder, you will be asked to empty your bladder while the RPA captures more images using the X-ray. This study takes approximatley 45 minutes.
The technologist or RPA wears lead aprons - no post films are generally taken.
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A sub-specialized radiologist will interpret your images and prepare a diagnostic report for your physician.
Results are usually made available to your physician in two or three days. If outside comparison studies are required, it may take longer for your results to be made available.
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A cystogram is an exam used to check for problems of the bladder and lower urinary tract.
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