Duodenography

Duodenography is an X-ray examination of the duodenum and its anatomical structures, including the gallbladder and bile ducts.

To perform duodenography, a special X-ray machine is used, which allows you to obtain images of internal organs. The procedure is carried out on an empty stomach; you must not eat or drink 8-12 hours before the examination.

During a duodenogram, the patient is in a lying position on his left side. The doctor inserts a thin probe into the duodenum through the mouth, then, using a special technique, advances it to the desired area.

When performing duodenography, various research methods are used, including a contrast agent, which allows you to more clearly see the anatomical structures.

Duodenography can be performed both for diagnosis and for monitoring treatment. It helps identify various diseases such as ulcers, tumors, gallstones and other pathologies.

It is important to note that duodenography is a safe procedure, but may cause some discomfort such as nausea and abdominal discomfort. In most cases, after the procedure you can return to normal life without any restrictions.

Duodenography, also called double-contrast radiography, consists of an X-ray examination of the stomach and duodenum.

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Duodenography is carried out on an empty stomach (you cannot eat food 12 hours before the test), drink only water, it will help relieve gases and reduce the possibility of increased gas formation in the intestines. The procedure lasts about 30 minutes, and then another hour is needed to evaluate the results. You should not go for the procedure immediately after eating. Most bowel movements do not pass through the intestines immediately, so there may be difficulties. If two hours after the end of the examination there is no stool, this is not a reason to worry, just drink a liter of boiled water. A general blood and urine test may also be required.

Preparation for the procedure is extremely simple; it is enough to follow a gentle diet for 1 day, which includes light food, such as broths and soups, cereals and liquid vegetables. To arrive 3 hours before the procedure, you must first perform hygienic treatment of the perianal area and rectum using wet wipes, on the basis of which you can use any gels and ointments labeled “prebiotic” or antiseptics. Before the procedure itself, it is possible to use the drug "Bisacodyl" or "Duphalac" in the evening the day before the intervention. Droppers reduce pain and tension in the diaphragm, which can be done while emptying the bladder at least an hour before leaving for the procedure.

If necessary, urine and blood tests are performed. Before the procedure, you must consult a doctor (proctologist, gastroenterologist).