What is Barium Swallow Study?
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A barium swallow is a test that may be used to determine the cause of painful swallowing, difficulty with swallowing, abdominal pain, bloodstained vomit, or unexplained weight loss.
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How do members experience Barium Swallow Study?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic assessment | 13 | 3 | |
| Swallowing difficulty (dysphagia) | 12 | 4 | |
| Choking on food | 5 | 2 | |
| Barrett's esophagus | 1 | 0 | |
| Blood in vomit | 1 | 1 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Infectious colitis | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 0 | |
| None | 5 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Apr 15, 2016
- Perceived effectiveness for Diagnostic assessment: Major
- Side effects: None
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