[Use of double-contrast examination of the small intestine in children].

Results of 28 double-contrast examinations of the small intestine in 19 children are described together with the technique employed. Pathological findings are seen in children with Crohn's disease. The radiological criteria of the healthy small intestine and the findings in case of Crohn's disease are described. This method should be used in children with suspicion of a morphological disease of the small intestine, especially in Crohn's disease, for first diagnosis and for follow-up, since it enables accurate interpretation of the findings. The double-contrast technique can help to largely avoid false-positive and false-negative x-ray findings. This justifies the relatively high effort.