Barium swallow is used for -: (A) Colon, (B) Esophagus, (C) Duodenum, (D) Jejunum
Answer is B. Barium swallow is the contrast study from oral cavity upto the fundus of stomach. Indications : Dysphagia and obstruction Motility disorders of esophagus. Assessment of site of esophageal perforation Zenker's diveiculum and cricoid webs. Contraindications : Tracheo esophageal fistula Esophageal perforation