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What is a BARIUM MEAL FOLLOW THROUGH?

Barium Meal Follow Through is a contrast-enhanced X-ray examination of the small intestine performed after swallowing barium contrast. It helps evaluate Crohn's disease, intestinal obstruction, strictures, tumors, malabsorption disorders, and other abnormalities affecting the small bowel.

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Also known as/ Other names: Upper GI Series with Follow Through, Small Bowel Follow Through (SBFT), Barium Meal Study with Follow Through, Upper GI & Small Bowel Study
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What is a Barium Meal Follow Through (BMFT)?

Barium Meal Follow Through (BMFT) is a contrast-enhanced X-ray examination of the small intestine. After drinking a barium sulfate contrast solution, a series of X-ray images are taken as the contrast passes through the small bowel.

Why is a Barium Meal Follow Through performed?

This examination is commonly performed to evaluate Crohn's disease, small bowel inflammation, intestinal obstruction, strictures, tumors, polyps, malabsorption disorders, chronic diarrhea, unexplained abdominal pain, gastrointestinal bleeding, and other small bowel disorders.

Which organs are examined during the test?

The examination evaluates the small intestine, including the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum, while also assessing the passage of contrast from the stomach into the bowel.

Can a Barium Meal Follow Through detect Crohn's disease?

Yes. BMFT is commonly used to identify Crohn's disease, showing features such as bowel narrowing, ulcers, inflammation, fistulas, and areas of abnormal bowel thickening.

Can this examination detect intestinal obstruction?

Yes. It helps identify partial or complete small bowel obstruction, determine the location of the blockage, and evaluate how the contrast moves through the intestine.

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