1. Barium Swallow/Upper GI Series RAD GI OSD *Meditech OE*
Examines esophageal structure and function (can also look at gastric emptying, small bowel, etc.)
Performed by radiologist
Indicated when patient presenting with “swallowing difficulties” (especially with solids) that point to esophageal dysmotility/GERD
Modified Barium Swallow Study (MBS)/Videofluoroscopic Swallow Study (VFSS)
GI SPEECH MOD SWALLOW W/RAD *Meditech OE*
Examines the oral and pharyngeal phases of the swallow
Performed with SLP
Pt. does not necessarily need the “pink chair”
Indicated when bedside assessment and history reveals signs/symptoms of aspiration
NO PREP for the study