{"id":873,"date":"2026-08-05T20:26:30","date_gmt":"2026-08-05T20:26:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/clients.armadamedical.com\/urg\/?page_id=873"},"modified":"2026-08-14T20:20:02","modified_gmt":"2026-08-14T20:20:02","slug":"pediatric-imaging-procedures","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/clients.armadamedical.com\/urg\/services\/pediatric-imaging-procedures\/","title":{"rendered":"Pediatric Imaging Procedures"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_middle type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"g-cols wpb_row via_flex valign_middle type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h1>Pediatric Imaging Procedures<\/h1>\n<p><strong><a class=\"smooth-scroll\" href=\"#services\">Services<\/a> | <a class=\"smooth-scroll\" href=\"#conditions\">Conditions<\/a> | <a class=\"smooth-scroll\" href=\"#safety\">Safety<\/a> | <a class=\"smooth-scroll\" href=\"#prep\">Preparation<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Pediatric radiologists are specialists who perform and interpret medical images of infants, children, and adolescents under the age of 18. At University Radiology, we use the latest technology to complete radiologic procedures, including state-of-the-art X-ray, ultrasound, CT, MRI, and fluoroscopy equipment.<\/p>\n<p>We work closely with referring pediatricians and pediatric subspecialists from all over central New Jersey to provide convenient, accurate, and cost-effective diagnosis and treatment. Pediatric patients can schedule testing at any of our outpatient facilities as well as our affiliated hospitals.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"w-image align_none\"><div class=\"w-image-h\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/clients.armadamedical.com\/urg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/child-high-fiving-radiologist-mri-scan-pediatric-2197950842.webp\" class=\"attachment-large size-large\" alt=\"Pediatric Imaging\" loading=\"lazy\" srcset=\"https:\/\/clients.armadamedical.com\/urg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/child-high-fiving-radiologist-mri-scan-pediatric-2197950842.webp 1024w, https:\/\/clients.armadamedical.com\/urg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/child-high-fiving-radiologist-mri-scan-pediatric-2197950842-300x300.webp 300w, https:\/\/clients.armadamedical.com\/urg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/child-high-fiving-radiologist-mri-scan-pediatric-2197950842-150x150.webp 150w, https:\/\/clients.armadamedical.com\/urg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/child-high-fiving-radiologist-mri-scan-pediatric-2197950842-160x160.webp 160w, https:\/\/clients.armadamedical.com\/urg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/child-high-fiving-radiologist-mri-scan-pediatric-2197950842-200x200.webp 200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium color_alternate\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\" id=\"services\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Pediatric Imaging Services<\/h2>\n<p>We offer a wide range of pediatric imaging procedures, all completed by experts in their field. Common studies we perform include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>General Radiology (X-ray)<\/li>\n<li>Fluoroscopy:\n<ul>\n<li>UGI (Upper GI)<\/li>\n<li>UGI with SB (Upper GI with Small Bowel Follow Through)<\/li>\n<li>VCUG (Voiding Cystourethrogram)<\/li>\n<li>Cine Esophagram<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Ultrasounds:\n<ul>\n<li>Fetal Neurosonograms<\/li>\n<li>Abdominal<\/li>\n<li>Renal and Bladder<\/li>\n<li>Hip<\/li>\n<li>Spine<\/li>\n<li>Scrotum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Computed Topography (CT)<\/li>\n<li>Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)<\/li>\n<li>Pediatric Neuroradiology and Neurointerventional Radiology<\/li>\n<li>Nuclear Medicine:\n<ul>\n<li>Nuclear Cystogram<\/li>\n<li>Bone Scan<\/li>\n<li>Lasix Renogram<\/li>\n<li>DMSA Renal Scan<\/li>\n<li>PET Scan<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"vc_col-sm-6 wpb_column vc_column_container\" id=\"conditions\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Pediatric Conditions<\/h2>\n<p>Radiology imaging studies can be used to diagnose and assess treatment efficacy for many pediatric conditions, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Appendicitis<\/li>\n<li>Autism<\/li>\n<li>Hypertrophic pyloric stenosis (HPS)<\/li>\n<li>Foreign body ingestion<\/li>\n<li>Respiratory distress syndrome<\/li>\n<li>Seizures and seizure disorders<\/li>\n<li>Fractures<\/li>\n<li>Juvenile idiopathic arthritis (JIA)<\/li>\n<li>Hip dysplasia<\/li>\n<li>Scoliosis<\/li>\n<li>Wilms tumor (nephroblastoma, a type of pediatric kidney cancer)<\/li>\n<li>Congenital lung and heart malformations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium\" id=\"safety\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Radiology Safety for Pediatric Patients<\/h2>\n<p>Most radiology procedures require the use of radiation to get clear pictures of a patient\u2019s body. When it comes to pediatric procedures, it\u2019s even more important to moderate the amount of radiation used.<\/p>\n<p>Our pediatric radiologists are specially trained in pediatric imaging and follow low-dose radiation guidelines for children from the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imagegently.org\/Procedures\/Interventional-Radiology\/Protocols\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Image Gently Alliance.<\/a> At our outpatient locations, we strive to reduce stress for both patients and their parents with kid-friendly environments and compassionate providers.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium color_alternate\" id=\"prep\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2>Preparing Your Child for Radiography Tests<\/h2>\n<p>All of our radiology procedures are perfectly safe, but some pediatric patients are anxious about imaging tests. Before your child\u2019s exam, we recommend explaining the procedure to them in easy-to-understand terms. Showing your child age-appropriate videos can be helpful, and you can always contact our team to answer any questions you or your child may have.<\/p>\n<p>For some procedures, we use <a href=\"https:\/\/publications.aap.org\/pediatrics\/article\/143\/6\/e20191000\/37173\/Guidelines-for-Monitoring-and-Management-of?autologincheck=redirected#17257354\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">special safety equipment<\/a> to keep young children still during their tests. These pediatric immobilization devices include swaddles, straps, and specialized boards. IV sedation is available for some pediatric imaging tests at select locations.<\/p>\n<p>All pediatric radiology appointments require a prescription from your doctor. In addition to the prescription, we request that you send any related medical records or test results to our office in advance of your child\u2019s appointment. Before the appointment, our office will contact you to go over any special preparations that are needed. On the day of your appointment, please make sure your child:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Arrives at least 15 minutes before their scheduled appointment<\/li>\n<li>Wears comfortable clothing without any metal (zippers, buttons, etc.)<\/li>\n<li>Takes off all jewelry<\/li>\n<li>Is accompanied by a parent or guardian over the age of 18<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section><section class=\"l-section wpb_row height_medium\"><div class=\"l-section-h i-cf\"><div class=\"g-cols vc_row via_flex valign_top type_default stacking_default\"><div class=\"vc_col-sm-12 wpb_column vc_column_container\"><div class=\"vc_column-inner\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><div class=\"wpb_text_column\"><div class=\"wpb_wrapper\"><h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Schedule Your Child\u2019s Imaging Study<\/h2>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Call <a href=\"tel:732-390-0033\">732.390.0033<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/clients.armadamedical.com\/urg\/contact\/\">contact us online<\/a> to schedule your child\u2019s appointment at one of our outpatient radiology clinics in New Jersey.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><div class=\"w-btn-wrapper align_center\"><a class=\"w-btn us-btn-style_1 icon_atright\" href=\"https:\/\/clients.armadamedical.com\/urg\/contact\/\"><span class=\"w-btn-label\">Contact Us<\/span><i class=\"fas fa-caret-right\"><\/i><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Pediatric Imaging Procedures Services | Conditions | Safety | Preparation Pediatric radiologists are specialists who perform and interpret medical images of infants, children, and adolescents under the age of 18. 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