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Barium Swallow

Description:

Barium swallow is a medical procedure where a series of X-rays are taken to examine the esophagus, stomach, and small intestine using a contrast material called barium. It is used to diagnose conditions such as ulcers, tumors, and swallowing disorders.

Sample Sentences:

Noun: The doctor recommended a barium swallow to investigate the cause of the patient's frequent heartburn.

Verb: After drinking the barium solution, the radiologist instructed the patient to swallow repeatedly for the X-ray examination.

Adjective: The barium swallow procedure is completely painless and usually takes less than an hour.

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