Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Enema

Insertion of a solution or compound through the RECTUM with the purpose of cleansing the COLON or for diagnostic procedures.

National Library of MedicineMedical Subject Headings2026

Structured Summary

Abstract

Insertion of a solution or compound through the RECTUM with the purpose of cleansing the COLON or for diagnostic procedures.

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Synonyms

3 entry terms
  • Enemata
  • Enemas
  • Enematas

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Aspects Covered

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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Indexing Annotation

barium enema: coordinate with BARIUM SULFATE, not BARIUM

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  1. E02w.319w.347w

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WB 344

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Enema. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D004733. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D004733
  2. Enema. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Enema
  3. Enema. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q194517