Diagnostic Radiology Department
The Diagnostic Radiology Department of “Agia Sofia” Children’s Hospital is primarily dedicated to performing high-quality diagnostic examinations using the lowest possible radiation dose for every child, regardless of age, size, or medical condition.
Safety & Minimal Radiation Exposure
Child-Centered Approach
Objectives & Actions
- Provision of reliable examinations using adapted protocols for minimal radiation exposure.
- Ensuring a friendly environment with special communication techniques and distraction methods.
- Specialised care by experienced paediatric radiologists, technologists and nurses.
- Support for patients and families with clear instructions for each examination.
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Arrival Procedure
1. A referral for the examination is required.
2. The arrival process begins at the Patient Admissions Office for validation of the referral.
3. The staff check the patient’s details and provide instructions, such as removing metal objects.
Attention: Companions must inform the staff in case of possible pregnancy.
Examinations Performed
Conventional Examinations
X-rays & Ultrasound examinations
Appointments: 1566
Ascending Cystography
Ultrasound cystography
Required: medical history, urine culture, referral, physician’s instruction, contrast agent.
Upper Gastrointestinal Series
Oesophagogram & Swallowing study
Required: fasting, medical history, referral, contrast agent.
Barium Enema
Colostography
Required: medical history, referral, contrast agent.
Pyelography
Nephrotomography
Instructions & appointment by the attending physician
Preparation for Examinations.
- For most X-rays and ultrasound examinations, no special preparation is required.
- For certain examinations, such as an abdominal ultrasound, the necessary instructions are provided when the appointment is scheduled.
Advice for parents:
Explain to your child in simple terms why the examination is needed and reassure them that you will be by their side. In the event of pregnancy, it is advisable for another accompanying adult to be present with the child.
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