Are Fluoroscopic Exams Still Relevant? A Review in the Age of Endoscopy and Cross-Sectional Imaging

By Sharla Lester | April 8, 2026

Fluoroscopic examinations have declined over the last several decades. This review investigates the benefits and limitations of fluoroscopy and the procedures and modalities that have led to their decline. The literature suggests multiple limitations with fluoroscopy were identified, with few benefits. Furthermore, this review discusses fluoroscopic procedures in conjunction with other modalities, and what led to the decline in fluoroscopy examinations.

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