title: Prone compression with the pneumatic paddle during barium studies.
abstract: Prone compression with the pneumatic paddle is easy to perform, effective with high-density suspensions and less uncomfortable for the patient than other methods of compression. It provides accurate graduated compression over a wide field with an unimpeded view. Its routine use is recommended in double-contrast barium meals and all types of small-bowel examinations.
mesh_terms: D001466:Barium Sulfate; D004733:Enema; D005756:Gastritis / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D006801:Humans; D007080:Ileocecal Valve / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D011859:Radiography / Q000295:instrumentation*; D013276:Stomach Ulcer / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging
chemical_list: D001466:Barium Sulfate