Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
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barium enema | Yes | No | No | No |
clyster | Yes | No | No | No |
barium enema (noun) | clyster (noun) |
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enema in which a contrast medium (usually barium sulfate) is injected into the rectum and X-rays are taken to search for lesions | an injection of a liquid through the anus to stimulate evacuation; sometimes used for diagnostic purposes |