Fluoroscopy is a study of moving body structures. It’s like an X-ray "movie" filmed while a contrast dye moves through a specific part of the body. This imaging tool can be used to evaluate many body systems, including the skeletal, digestive, urinary, cardiovascular, respiratory and reproductive systems. While fluoroscopy itself is not painful, the particular procedure may involve an injection into a joint or accessing an artery or vein for angiography. In these cases, the radiologist will take all comfort measures possible.
Before the Procedure
The specific type of procedure or exam being done will determine whether you have to do any preparation before the procedure. Women should always inform their radiologist if they are breastfeeding/if they may be pregnant. You will be given a gown to wear and asked to remove jewelry, hearing aids and removable dental work. Women will be asked to remove bras containing metal underwire.
During the Procedure
The technologist begins by positioning you on the X-ray table. A contrast dye may be given, either by swallowing it, as an enema or in an intravenous (IV) line in your hand or arm, depending on the type of fluoroscopy. For procedures that require catheter insertion, such as cardiac catheterization, a needle may be put into the groin, elbow or other site. The type of procedure being done and the body part being examined will determine the length of the procedure.
After the Procedure
After the procedure has been completed, the catheter and IV line will be removed. The type of care needed beyond that will depend on the type of fluoroscopy that is done. After the images have been interpreted, your radiologist or referring physician will discuss the findings with you.
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Eyelid and facial surgical techniques are more sophisticated than ever. At The Center for Advanced Aesthetic Eyelid and Facial Surgery at the Krieger Eye Institute at Sinai, you know you can count on special care for the delicate area around your eyes, from some of the area's most renowned eye surgeons.
Eyelid surgery (or Blepharoplasty) is designed to improve drooping upper lids, 'bags' or sagging below the eyes, and puffy skin around the eyes.
Aging and gravity are the most common causes of this condition. Others include a condition called ptosis (drooping lid), overexposure to the sun, and heredity. Eyelid surgery corrects these problems by removing excess skin and fat from the areas around the eye, including the upper and lower lids.
Until now, eyelid surgery was generally performed by making an incision in the skin around the eye, along the natural lines of your lid. Now, there's a better approach. At The Center for Advanced Aesthetic Eyelid and Facial Surgery at the Krieger Eye Institute at Quarry Lake, James Karesh, M.D. and Marc Hirschbein, M.D., have been using an advanced technique called transconjunctival surgery that minimizes bleeding, swelling and possible complications.
With this new surgical approach, a small incision is made behind the lid to remove excess tissue. So there's less trauma, and frequently no visible scarring. Most eyelid surgery is an outpatient procedure, using local anesthesia, and you can go home the same day.
For a consultation about a cosmetic procedure, please contact one of our physicians listed below.
Oculoplastics, Reconstructive and Cosmetic Surgery
College: University of Maryland
Medical School: Hahnemann University
Residency: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore
Fellowship: Albany Eye Physicians and Surgeons, Albany Med Ctr, Oculoplastics
2700 Quarry Lake Drive
Suite 180
Baltimore, MD 21215
United States
