Choice of contrast for pediatric upper gastrointestinal series (UGI) is variable. While radiologists prefer the density of barium, surgeons prefer water soluble contrast. Diluting water-soluble contrast makes it nearly iso-osmotic, reducing the risk of electrolyte disturbance, but does dilution impair diagnostic accuracy? Does the contrast agent affect duodenal distention? Does the amount of bowel gas affect perceived density? Read More

Meeting name: SPR 2026 Annual Meeting , 2026

Authors: Birkemeier Krista, Roby Paul, Setliff Jordan, Roth Clark, Maclaskey Drew, Larsen Logan, Forsmann Mai, Anderson Richard, Schnitker James

Keywords: Upper Gastrointestinal Series, Contrast, Obstruction

After-hours upper gastrointestinal series (UGI) are performed by residents with indirect supervision. This study evaluates resident performance after hours with indirect supervision versus normal business hours with direct supervision and identifies areas of improvement. Read More

Meeting name: SPR 2026 Annual Meeting , 2026

Authors: Birkemeier Krista, Setliff Jordan, Roby Paul, Anderson Richard, Forsmann Mai, Larsen Logan, Maclaskey Drew, Roth Clark, Schnitker James

Keywords: Upper Gastrointestinal Series, Volvulus, Obstruction