title: Ultrasound and barium study in the evaluation of upper abdominal masses.
abstract: Numerous radiological procedures are now available for investigation of upper abdominal masses of uncertain aetiology; however, certain limitations and pitfalls are associated with these procedures. It is suggested that the initial use of ultrasound and barium studies would frequently provide either a definite diagnosis or lead to the next appropriate line of investigation. The importance of not omitting the barium study is stressed.
mesh_terms: D000008:Abdominal Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis*; D000230:Adenocarcinoma / Q000175:diagnosis; D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001464:Barium; D002277:Carcinoma / Q000175:diagnosis; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007680:Kidney Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis; D008223:Lymphoma / Q000175:diagnosis; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010181:Pancreatic Cyst / Q000175:diagnosis; D010190:Pancreatic Neoplasms / Q000175:diagnosis; D014463:Ultrasonography
chemical_list: D001464:Barium