Barium Swallow in New Delhi

A barium swallow, also called esophagogram uses special type of X rays to visualize the part of upper digestive tract (the esophagus

the stomach

the first part of the small intestine, called the duodenum) . The test is used to diagnose diseases such as ulcer, hernia, GERD & tumors. The test requires drinking a liquid of barium that helps in clear visbility of the parts of the body. The test can be ordered if have you have symptoms such as trouble swallowing, bloating, vomiting & abdominal pain.