File name: Barium Enema Procedure Pdf
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A Barium Enema is a special kind of test that looks at the inside of your large intestine or colon using x -ray film. This test is also called a Lower GI Series. A barium enema is an X-ray of the large bowel. Barium is inserted through an enema tip placed in the rectum. This allows the doctor to look for abnormalities in the bowel. You may feel slight . Feb 24, · BOWEL IS COMPLETELY EMPTY, THE BARIUM ENEMA WILL BE LESS UNCOMFORTABLE FOR YOU. Preparation Instructions: Please follow a clear liquid diet the . A barium enema is a procedure used to examine the large intestine for abnormalities. The colon is filled with a chalky contrast liquid called barium which shows up in an x-ray and allows the doctor to view any abnormalities of the colon. A high fluid intake is required for barium enema preparation. Do not use milk, cream, or non-dairy creamer. Barium examination of the colon may cause constipation. Following the examination, you are encouraged to drink up to six (6) glasses of water or juices over the remainder of the day. Barium Enema. A barium enema, or lower gastrointestinal (GI) examination, is an X-ray examination of the large intestine (colon and rectum). The test is used to help. A barium bag will be connected to the tube to deliver the barium solution into your colon. If you're having an air-contrast (double-contrast) barium enema, air will flow through the same tube and into your rectum. The tube that's used to deliver the barium has a small balloon near its tip. When positioned at the entrance of your rectum, the balloon.