Gastrointestinal radiological investigations with a new pump device: experimental and clinical experiences.
In an earlier paper a new pump device for medical applications was described. This enabled a continuous flow of saline, barium contrast agent and gases. We now report further study of this device: The use of gases was experimentally studied to give a basis for use in CT-colonography. We also report experiences from injection of barium contrast agent via a naso-duodenal tube for radiological investigation of the small intestine in patients with gastrointestinal suffering. The radiation exposure to the x-ray staff was reduced. The investigation procedure was standardised and shortened.
Wahlberg
Andreas
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Department of Diagnostic Radiology, Akademiska Sjukhuset, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden.
Eriksson
Uno
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Attefall
Anna
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Andersson
Anders
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D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D000369:Aged, 80 and over; D004867:Equipment Design; D005260:Female; D005767:Gastrointestinal Diseases / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D041981:Gastrointestinal Tract / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D006801:Humans; D007260:Infusion Pumps; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D011859:Radiography