Fluoroscopy

Fluoroscopy is a diagnostic tool that is commonly used by radiologists to capture real time images of the internal organs. A fluoroscopy unit consists of three different components: a fluoroscope, which moves over the body; a monitor, which displays the real time images; and an x-ray tube which captures the x-ray images and sends them to the fluoroscope. This technique is often used to observe the digestive tract . It is also used in conjunction with other medical procedures to help guide instruments through the body.