Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Barium Enema

X-RAY examination of LOWER GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT. Imaging is done while a BARIUM COMPOUND (e.g., BARIUM SULFATE) fills the large intestine via the rectum as a CONTRAST MATERIAL.

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Abstract

X-RAY examination of LOWER GASTROINTESTINAL TRACT. Imaging is done while a BARIUM COMPOUND (e.g., BARIUM SULFATE) fills the large intestine via the rectum as a CONTRAST MATERIAL.

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Synonyms

2 entry terms
  • Barium Enemas
  • Enema, Barium

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14 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, instrumentation, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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History Note

2017

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Previous Indexing

  • Barium (1963-2016)
  • Barium Sulfate (1963-2016)
  • Enema (1963-2016)

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  1. E01w.370.350w.700w.225w.313w
  2. E02w.319w.347w.500w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Barium Enema. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D000071941. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D000071941
  2. Barium Enema. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lower_gastrointestinal_series
  3. Barium Enema. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1549149