clysis /cly·sis/ (kli´sis)
clysis
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.
cly·sis (kl  s s)n. pl. cly·ses (-s  z ) An infusion of fluid, usually subcutaneously, for therapeutic purposes. |
clysis
[klī′sis]
Etymology: Gk, klyster, washout
the nonoral insertion or injection of a fluid into tissue spaces, the rectum, or the abdominal cavity, such as the administration of an enema. It is used when IV access is not possible.
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.
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