Enteroclysis
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Enteroclysis is a noun meaning A fluoroscopic X-ray of the small intestine, with a contrast substance supplied through a catheter.
Meaning
A fluoroscopic X-ray of the small intestine, with a contrast substance supplied through a catheter.
Example Sentences
As a result CT and MR imaging—particularly when coupled with the enteroclysis or enterographic techniques – have become the preferred choice for diagnostic imaging of the small intestine.
However, since that analysis, a prospective, randomized study showed a similar diagnostic sensitivity for MRE versus MR enteroclysis (88% versus 88%), and recommended enterographic examinations for follow-up of established CD [3].
Word Forms
- enteroclyses
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include enterography, enterocentesis, enteroscopy, cholecystography, ileography, ileoscopy.
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