Archive: Imaging

What is an endoanal ultrasound? This is a scan that looks at the anal sphincter which forms part of the back passage by your rectum/anus – both the internal...

This leaflet informs you of the procedure known as HSG. It is not to replace informed discussions between you and your doctor. Ensure that you have sufficient explanations of...

This booklet will explain to you the procedure that you are going to have, and the care required for your radiologically inserted gastrostomy (RIG) after it is placed. What...

What is an X-ray? This is a picture of the internal structures of the relevant part of the body, produced by exposure to a controlled source of X-rays. The...

This information sheet will explain the examination you are going to have. It is also important that you follow the instructions from your hospital Consultant. What is a Varicocele...

This information sheet will explain the procedure you are going to have. It is very important that you follow the instructions from your hospital consultant. What is a tunnel...

This information sheet will explain the examination you are going to have. It is also very important that you follow the instructions from your hospital consultant. What is a...

What is an enema? An enema is a special X-ray study of the large bowel which would not normally show up on an ordinary X-ray. Contrast medium is used...

What is a Small Bowel Meal? A small bowel meal is an examination of the small bowel which does not normally show up on X-ray. Barium is used as...

What is a Barium Swallow? A Barium Swallow is an examination of the gullet, or oesophagus, which does not normally show up well on an X-ray. Are there any...