Demonstration of duodenal ulcers using micronized vs nonmicronized barium preparations.
Most radiologists agree that micronized barium is superior to regular USP barium in demonstrating ulcers of the stomach and duodenum. The authors present the results of a study which shows the differences in reliability of the two substances in demonstrating duodenal ulcers.
D000328:Adult; D001466:Barium Sulfate / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D003287:Contrast Media / Q000008:administration & dosage*; D004381:Duodenal Ulcer / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D006801:Humans; D011859:Radiography
D003287:Contrast Media; D001466:Barium Sulfate