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Barium Enema.
Barium Enema - as a noun
Enema in which a contrast medium (usually barium sulfate) is injected into the rectum and x-rays are taken to search for lesions
Example Sentences
"A barium enema is a medical procedure used to examine the colon and rectum."
"During a barium enema, a liquid containing barium is introduced into the rectum."
"The purpose of a barium enema is to help diagnose conditions such as colorectal cancer or inflammatory bowel disease."
"Patients may need to follow a special diet before a barium enema."
"Before the procedure, a patient may need to take laxatives to empty their bowels for a barium enema."
