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Upper GI and small bowel series

Alternative Names: GI series; Barium swallow x-ray; Upper GI series Normal Values: The esophagus, stomach, and small intestine are normal in size and contour. What abnormal results mean: In the esophagus, abnormal results may mean: Esophageal cancer Benign esophageal stricture Hiatal hernia (a portion of the stomach protrudes through the esophageal opening) Diverticula (pouch-like sacs that protrude from the walls of an organ) Ulcers (open sores) Achalasia (esophagus fails to relax) In the stomach, abnormal results may mean: Gastric cancer Benign gastric ulcer Polyps (a tumor that is usually noncancerous that grows on the mucous membrane) Gastritis (inflammation of the stomach) Pyloric stenosis (a narrowing of the opening from the stomach) In the small intestines the test may reveal: Tumors Malabsorption syndrome (inadequate absorption of nutrients in the intestinal tract) Inflammation of the small intestines Additional conditions under which the test may be performed: Alcoholic neuropathy Annular pancreas CMV gastroenteritis/colitis Cystic fibrosis Duodenal ulcer Gastroesophageal reflux disease Gastroparesis Intestinal obstruction Lower esophageal ring (Schatzki's) Ovarian cancer Primary or idiopathic intestinal pseudo-obstruction Text Continues Below

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