A modified barium swallow study is a live x-ray of your child’s swallow.
Barium is a white powder/liquid that allows the food or liquid to show
up on the x-ray. The child sits in a chair or on the parent’s lap
and the x-ray is taken while the child eats and drinks various foods and
liquids mixed with barium. The swallow study shows if anything is entering
the child’s airway. Your healthcare provider may recommend a modified
barium swallow if your child has:
The appointment may take up to 45 minutes and includes a parent interview,
the swallow study and follow-up recommendations based on the results.
It is recommended your child come a little hungry to encourage eating
and drinking during the study.
