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enema /en·e·ma/ (en´ĕ-mah) [Gr.] a solution introduced into the rectum to promote evacuation of feces or as a means of introducing nutrients, medicinal substances, or opaque material for radiologic examination of the lower intestinal tract.

barium enema contrast e.

contrast enema a suspension of barium injected into the intestine as a contrast agent for radiologic examination.

double-contrast enema double-contrast examination (q.v.) of the intestine.

contrast enema

See barium enema.

contrast enema.

See barium enema.

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