Examination of the tissues and deep structures of the body by x-ray, using the fluoroscope.

An x-ray procedure that makes it possible to see internal organs in motion; or the production of an image when x-rays strike a fluorescent screen.
Interventional fluoroscopy uses ionizing radiation to guide small instruments such as catheters through blood vessels or other pathways in the body. Interventional fluoroscopy represents a tremendous advantage over invasive surgical procedures, because it requires only a very small incision, substantially reduces the risk of infection and allows for shorter recovery time compared to surgical procedures. These interventions are used by a rapidly expanding number of health care providers in a wide range of medical specialties. However, many of these specialists have little training in radiation science or protection measures.