X-ray of stomach with barium

Barium X-ray of the stomach is an important and widely used method of diagnosing diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. Thanks to the use of a contrast agent (barium), X-ray images become clearer, which allows doctors to examine the structure of the stomach in detail and detect ulcers, inflammatory processes, tumors and other pathologies.

At the Oxford Medical Medical Center, you can undergo an examination on a digital X-ray machine under the supervision of a highly qualified specialist. We have created all the conditions for accurate diagnostics and effective treatment. The health and comfort of each patient is our priority. Make an appointment and we will take care of you.

A barium stomach x-ray is a diagnostic procedure. Before it is performed, the patient drinks a special suspension (barium solution) that coats the walls of the stomach. Barium does not transmit X-rays, so it provides a clear outline of the organ on the images. This helps doctors assess the shape and size of the stomach and identify pathologies such as ulcers, polyps, tumors, and impaired gastric motility.

A barium stomach x-ray is one of the main methods for detecting diseases of the gastrointestinal tract.

This diagnostic method allows you to see:

• gastritis;
• gastric and duodenal ulcers;
• gastric polyps;
• stomach cancer (X-ray only shows the presence of a tumor);
• gastric motility disorders, etc.

The procedure begins with the patient drinking a special barium suspension that coats the stomach walls. The patient then sits in front of the machine, either standing or lying down, while the doctor takes a series of pictures from different angles to assess the shape and function of the stomach.

During the procedure, the patient may be asked to change body positions to ensure that the barium is evenly distributed over the stomach walls.

The procedure takes about 30-60 minutes and is painless. Some patients may experience mild discomfort from the barium swallow, but this passes fairly quickly.

We offer affordable prices for all types of X-ray examinations, including barium gastrointestinal X-rays. You can find out the cost of the examination here.

The «Oxford Medical» clinic is equipped with the latest equipment, which allows for accurate diagnostics and effective treatment. We ensure that each patient receives high-quality medical care, so we take a very careful approach to team formation. Our clinic employs only highly qualified doctors who truly strive to help their patients.

«Oxford Medical» is a multidisciplinary medical center with 13 clinics in Kyiv. Here you can not only undergo accurate diagnostics, but also treat a wide range of diseases. Among other things, we have a high-tech surgery department, where modern minimally invasive surgeries are performed for polyps, stomach tumors and other diseases.

Make an appointment for an examination and a doctor's appointment - we will take care of your health and help you find the best solution.