Advanced Radiology Consultants: Upper Gastrointestinal (UGI)

An upper gastrointestinal (UGI) series is a fluoroscopy exam of the stomach. During or just prior to the X-ray study, you will drink a contrast agent called barium that allows the radiologist to view the function of the esophagus and stomach. The X-rays help to detect inflammation, ulcers, tumors hiatal hernias, scarring or blockages.

UGI exams are available at the following Advanced Radiology locations

Call to Schedule: 203-337-XRAY (9729)

Trumbull – 15 Corporate Drive

Preparation

You will be given a barium solution to drink. This allows the stomach to be more visible on the X-rays.

To ensure the best images, your stomach must be empty of food. Do not eat or drink anything after midnight (12:00 a.m.) the night before your exam. In the morning you can have no breakfast or water. If you must take oral medications, please take them with a minimal amount of water, or you may bring your medication to the office and take immediately following the study.

NOTE FOR PEDIATRIC PATIENTS: Infants must be able to bottle-feed. You must bring a clean empty bottle to the office the day of the exam.