Fluoroscopy / IVG Hospitals

Fluoroscopy

This service is available at:
Massachusetts Veterinary Referral Hospital

Fluoroscopy uses x-rays to display live images in real time on a computer screen. The technology also acquires x-ray movie clips of the procedure.  This dynamic evaluation of a patient, allows us to image a region of interest continuously, while simultaneously watching on the screen. The machine, called a C-arm, also allows for rotation around the patient so that images can be obtained from any angle.

 Examples of studies performed in fluoroscopy include:

• Airway evaluation – eg. for tracheal collapse
• Swallowing studies (esophagography)
• Contrast (dye) studies – eg. of the urinary tract

 Flouroscopy is also used for minimally invasive or interventional treatment options as well.  These procedures include:

• Tracheal stenting
• Urethral stenting
• Pacemaker implantation
• Balloon Valvuloplasty – Eg. For Pulmonic stenosis
• Repair of Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
• Biopsy and Needle aspirates