Barium Enema - A Barium Enema is an X-ray examination to demonstrate the large bowel, which cannot be seen in a normal X-ray of the abdomen. A barium liquid is used to outline the large bowel so that it may be examined using X-rays.

Barium Follow Through - A Barium Follow through is an X-ray examination of the small bowel, which links the stomach and large bowel.

Barium Swallow & Meal - A Barium Swallow & Meal is an X-ray examination of the gullet (oesophagus) and stomach.

What is it?

A short description is given, in simple terms, to explain the purpose of each examination.

Dacrocystogram - A Dacrocystogram is the name given to an examination of the tear duct.

Evacuation Proctogram - An Evacuation Proctogram is an X-Ray examination, which enables us to see the structures in your lower abdomen, and the way they move when you attempt to empty your bowel. It is carried out by a specially trained senior radiographer, or a radiologist (a doctor who specialises in x-rays).

Hysterosalpingogram (HSG) - A Hysterosalpingogram is an x-ray of the womb and fallopian tubes. This procedure involves injecting a clear x-ray dye through the womb and into the fallopian tubes to see if there is a narrowing or blockage. This is carried out in an x-ray room in the Leazes Wing of the RVI.