Imaging plays a pivotal role in the accurate diagnosis and management of gastroptosis. Among the various imaging modalities available, barium upper gastro-intestinal X-ray remains the gold standard for confirming the condition [3]. Alternative imaging techniques, such as CT scans, may fail to provide sufficient evidence and could underdiagnose gastroptosis [4].
The upper gastrointestinal X-ray procedure involves taking images before and after the oral administration of a barium meal [5]. This contrast medium fills the ptotic stomach, clearly delineating its position and extent of descent. In cases of gastroptosis, the X-ray reveals the stomach’s downward displacement, often extending to the level of the iliac crests. Additionally, delayed gastric emptying, a common finding associated with gastroptosis, is evident on the imaging study [6].
