Preparation of the colon for single- and double-contrast barium enema examination: a simplified method

A commercially available prepackaged liquid diet was prescribed to 112 patients to use in combination with laxatives in a 1-day preparation regimen before single- and double-contrast barium enema examination. Cleansing enemas were not performed before the examination. Colon radiographs were evaluate...

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Published inRadiology Vol. 188; no. 2; p. 578
Main Authors Tham, R T, Korte, J H, Bom, E P, van Kints, M J, Zwinderman, A H
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.08.1993
Subjects
Adolescent
Adult
Aged
Aged, 80 and over
Barium Sulfate
Colon - diagnostic imaging
Contrast Media - administration & dosage
Diet
Enema - methods
Female
Humans
Male
Middle Aged
Patient Compliance
Radiography
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Summary:A commercially available prepackaged liquid diet was prescribed to 112 patients to use in combination with laxatives in a 1-day preparation regimen before single- and double-contrast barium enema examination. Cleansing enemas were not performed before the examination. Colon radiographs were evaluated with regard to amount of residual stool, mucosal detail, coating, and overall quality. Results were excellent in 92% (103 of 112) of patients and fair in 5% (six of 112). Cleansing enemas can be avoided through use of this preparation protocol.
ISSN:0033-8419
DOI:10.1148/radiology.188.2.8327719