Barium enema X-ray
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Barium enema X-ray
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A well-lubricated enema tube is inserted gently into the rectum, and then barium contrast material flows slowly into the colon. At certain times, X-ray pictures called spot films will be taken of different areas of the colon.
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| Primary Medical Reviewer | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | Jerome B. Simon, MD, FRCPC, FACP - Gastroenterology |
| Last Updated | May 2, 2007 |
| Last updated: | May 02, 2007 |
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| Reviewed By: | Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine, Jerome B. Simon, MD, FRCPC, FACP - Gastroenterology |
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