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Intravenous Pyelography
(IVP) is an examination of the urinary tract to check the shape and
anatomy of the kidney, ureter, and bladder. It is also done to check
for presence of bladder stone and tumors in the urinary tract. The
exam is done by using a contrast medium and taking X-ray images of
the urinary tract.
Preparing for the exam:
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Patient must take 30 cc of laxative
at bedtime on the night prior to the exam |
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Refrain from eating at least 6 hours before the exam |
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If there are any stools in the colon,
it must be removed prior to the exam. |
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Patient should inform the physician
of any disease or conditions that they have such as
allergies, asthma, heart disease, and history of
allergies to specific medicine and seafood so that the
physician can give anti-allergy medication.
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During the exam:
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Physician injects a contrast medium
into a vein in the arm and takes a series of X-ray
images at timed
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