clysis

clysis /cly·sis/ (kli´sis)

1. the administration other than orally of any of several solutions to replace lost body fluid, supply nutriment, or raise blood pressure.

2. the solution so administered.

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cly·sis (klss)

n. pl. cly·ses (-sz)

An infusion of fluid, usually subcutaneously, for therapeutic purposes.

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clysis

the administration other than orally of any of several solutions to replace lost body fluid, supply nutriment, or raise blood pressure; also, the solution so administered.