Lower Gastrointestinal Photographic Examination

Lower gastrointestinal photography is a special X-ray examination of the colon (generally called the large intestine) and, if necessary, the end of the small intestine. If you need to check for ulcers, benign tumors (such as polyps), cancerous lesions, or certain lesions in the large intestine, you will be asked to do this check. Please take a breath and don't breathe when you take a photo. Basic Information Specialist classification: Digestive examination classification: X-ray Applicable gender: whether men and women apply fasting: not fasting Analysis results: Below normal: Normal value: no Above normal: negative: The lower digestive tract is not clear in general X-ray examination, but a contrast agent, tincture and air, can be poured from the anus. It can be clearly seen by attaching the expectorant to the mucosa of the large intestine and rectum. The structure of the entire lower digestive tract mucosa and the suspected lesions. Positive: Abnormal outcomes are often caused by chronic diarrhea, bloody stools, constipation, intestinal cramps, unexplained weight loss, changes in bowel habits, and anemia. Tips: Juice, tea, black coffee, cola, etc., please reduce drinking. Normal value The lower digestive tract is not clear in general X-ray examination, but a contrast agent, tincture and air, can be poured from the anus. It can be clearly seen by attaching the expectorant to the mucosa of the large intestine and rectum. The structure of the entire lower digestive tract mucosa and the suspected lesions. Clinical significance Abnormal results: Patients often have chronic diarrhea, bloody stools, constipation, intestinal cramps, unexplained weight loss, changes in bowel habits, and anemia. People who need to be examined: When there are ulcers, benign tumors (such as polyps), cancerous lesions or some lesions in the large intestine, you will be asked to do this check. Positive results may be diseases: congenital small intestine atresia and intestinal stenosis, diverticulosis, constipation in the elderly, inflation considerations Before taboo: juice, tea, black coffee, cola, etc., please reduce drinking. Requirements for inspection: Please take a breath and do not breathe when you take a photo. Inspection process Please change the check clothes before entering the examination room. First, please stand on the inspection table and then lie down. The nurse will put a plastic thin tube from the anus into the rectum, then pour the tincture solution to fill the large intestine. Most subjects also need to inject the appropriate air, and you will have a feeling of defecation, bloating or mild cramps. Please try to clamp the inserted anal canal, do not let the tincture and air discharge, and put it on the wall for your inspection. When you are photographed, please take a breath and don't suck to get a clear image. The doctor will ask you to lie in different positions to get a large intestine image of different sections. Not suitable for the crowd Inappropriate crowd: pregnant women should pay attention. Adverse reactions and risks Nothing.

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