Intestinal Xray Test For Gastroparesis
Health Encyclopedia: Upper Gi And Small Bowel Series
GI series; Barium swallow x-ray; Upper GI series
Normal Values
The esophagus, stomach, and small intestine are normal in size and shape.
What abnormal results mean
- In the esophagus, abnormal results may mean:
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Esophageal cancer -
Benign esophageal stricture -
Hiatal hernia -
Diverticula -
Ulcers -
Achalasia
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- In the stomach, abnormal results may mean:
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Gastric cancer -
Benign gastric ulcer - Polyps (a tumor that is usually non-cancerous and grows ...
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Expert & Community Posts
Post Viral Gastroparesis? Our GI "fun" continues!
By Jennifer Rackley , Health Expert...her and told us about the possibility of post viral gastroparesis being the cause of her... Read more »
Live From the GI Conference: News you can use
By Jan Gambino , Health Expert...interest to parents: Session#1: Clinical course of gastroparesis in children. The researchers... Read more »
Ask the Doctor: Dr. Eisner Responds to Selected Community Questions.
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...a slowing of the emptying of the stomach, or gastroparesis. Patients frequently feel full,... Read more »
Nexium extinguished my heartburn, but do I still have acid reflux?
By Todd Eisner , Health Expert...regurgitation of liquid up the esophagus. The treatment of gastroparesis involves ingesting of... Read more »
Day 3 ADA Chicago: Incretins
By David Mendosa , Health Expert...the feeling of fullness is. Nausea also related to gastroparesis, which is delayed stomach... Read more »
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