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Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.

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Gastroparesis x ray

Introduction

Overview

Overview

An upper gastrointestinal series may be helpful in the diagnosis of gastroparesis. Findings on an x-ray suggestive of gastroparesis include presence of food in the stomach for more than 12 hours.

X Ray

X Ray

An upper gastrointestinal series may be helpful in the diagnosis of gastroparesis. Findings on an x-ray suggestive of gastroparesis include:
- Presence of food in the stomach for more than 12 hours
- Feeling of bloating and nausea for a short time after the test

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References

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Sadaf Sharfaei M.D.[2]