X-Ray & Fluoroscopy
Support for accurate diagnosis of many health conditions
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Supporting Your Care with High Quality X-Ray Testing
Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BIDMC) radiologists offer the latest in X-ray and fluoroscopy. Your doctor may send you for one of these tests to help them diagnose a variety of health concerns.
Understanding X-Ray & Fluoroscopy
Medical X-rays can image and identify bony and soft tissue structures. Diagnostic X-ray is the most common use of the test. This examines the body using either radiographs (still images) or fluoroscopy (real-time images). Fluoroscopy uses X-rays with video cameras so it can visualize internal motion. Some X-ray exams require drinking or injection of a contrast material that will better outline structures on the image.
What to Do Before an X-Ray
Most X-rays don’t require special preparation. If you are undergoing an X-ray test that does require preparation, your doctor will let you know ahead of time what to expect. How long the X-ray takes and what to expect afterwards depends on the area of the body the X-ray is imaging and other factors.
The doctor who ordered the X-ray will discuss the results with you. You can also access your X-ray images through your patient portal.
Support for All Types of Care Settings
Orthopedic & Sports Medicine Care
We use X-ray and fluoroscopy to diagnose and guide treatment for many types of orthopedic conditions.
Our specialists provide these services:
- Arthrogram to diagnose joint problems
- Bone density scan (DEXA), including DEXA (dual X-ray absorptiometry) scans using X-rays
- Pain management, including fluoroscopy to guide pain-relieving joint injections for degenerative or inflammatory conditions
Digestive Care
We offer X-rays to diagnose or treat gastrointestinal (GI) conditions. These typically require special preparation, such as following a specific diet or taking certain medications before the test. Our specialists offer these types:
Other Care Setttings
Our team provides X-ray imaging to support care in these settings:
BIDMC interventional radiologists use fluoroscopy in other imaging services as well. CT scans use X-rays to produce detailed images.
No matter the type of testing you need, you can rest assured that you’re in expert hands with highly trained BIDMC radiologists.
Additional Services
Your radiology team works with providers across the BIDMC care network to ensure that you receive comprehensive care. Explore other providers who may be involved in your care.
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Department of Radiology
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