Fistulography

Fistulography is a method for diagnosing diseases in which a special dye or contrast is injected into the fistulous cavity. A fistula is a pathological channel that connects two organs or tissues in the body. Fistulography is used to diagnose various diseases, such as gastrointestinal fistulas, abscesses, cysts, tumors, etc.

The fistulography procedure is performed under local anesthesia and takes about 15-20 minutes. A contrast agent is injected into the fistula cavity through a catheter, which allows one to visualize the course of the fistula and its connection with other organs. An X-ray or CT scan is then performed to obtain an image of the fistula.

Fistulography allows you to determine the size and shape of the fistula, its connection with neighboring organs, and also identify the presence of complications, such as suppuration or bleeding. This helps to choose the optimal method of treating the fistula and monitor the effectiveness of the therapy.

In general, fistulography is an important method for diagnosing and treating fistulas, which allows one to accurately determine their location and connection with other organs, which facilitates the selection of the optimal treatment method.

Fistulography is an X-ray/ultrasound examination in which visual monitoring of communication between the body and the communication tube or cannula connected to it is carried out.

The so-called fistula is a tube for feeding the body or draining urine. A cannula is a catheter. This is a tube or needle for inserting a tube (for example, into a hollow organ such as the gallbladder or bladder) and then bringing it out and attaching it to the tube. A fistologist is a representative of a special medical specialty engaged in observation, rehabilitation, and treatment of such diseases. Fistuloheria, respectively, is the profession of a nurse or doctor involved in the observation, rehabilitation and treatment of patients with these diseases.

Fistulography is a way to monitor or establish the integrity of created fistulas. This is a procedure in which the fistula groove is examined, allowing urine and a catheter to be drained out. Thanks to this technique, it is possible to study the patency of separated sections of the ureter and lower urinary tract. An alternative research option could be ultrasound as a screening method for visualizing the lower urinary tract.