Identification of clinical parameters to increase the diagnostic yield of the non-emergent upper gastrointestinal series in pediatric outpatients

ConclusionThe yield of routine upper GI series in children with nonspecific symptoms, such as abdominal pain and vomiting, and no surgical history is low. Diagnostic yield was improved in older children and in those complaining of dysphagia and/or foreign body sensation. Routine upper GI series should be avoided in clinically well children with symptoms only of uncomplicated GER and no significant GI history. In children with a history of dysphagia and/or foreign body sensation, an esophagram/barium swallow can suffice.
Source: Pediatric Radiology - Category: Radiology Source Type: research