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It is important that your bowel is clean so that the Radiologist may have a clear view. When the x-ray is booked our staff will explain the dietary requirements. The Doctor (Radiologist) will introduce the barium into the bowel through a small tube. This is inserted into the nose after a spray of local anaesthetic to minimise discomfort. The tube is then guided to the correct position by the Radiologist. The barium is run through the tube into the bowel and x-ray images are taken as it outlines the intestine.
Barium passes quickly through the large bowel. Drinking plenty of fluids will help to remove it. You will be given a mild laxative to take home with you to overcome the constipating effect of the barium.
Before the small bowel x-ray, your diet is restricted to enable the bowel to be cleared of residue, otherwise the examination may not be completely satisfactory. Please call in to our Clinic to make an appointment and collect your preparation.
Day before examination:
Evening Meal:
- A light evening meal before 7pm.
AT 8pm:
- Mix the contents of the PICOLAX sachet with 120mls of water. Drink all of this mixture followed by two (2) large glasses of clear fluids.
- Have nothing to eat after drinking the laxative.
- Clear fluids may be taken throughout the evening to satisfy thirst.
- From midnight nothing to eat, sips of water for thirst.
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