What is Double-contrast Barium Enema? Double-contrast barium enema is a radiological technique that can be used to screen individuals for colorectal cancer. It is preferred in individuals who cannot ...

Is single-contrast barium enema acceptable management for the patient following unsuccessful colonoscopy? Is air contrast better, or should a repeat colonoscopy be planned? The question posed is ...

What is a barium enema? The aim of this investigation is to visualise the large bowel or colon with the use of X-rays and a contrast medium called barium sulphate. The contrast medium is instilled ...

A barium enema, in principle, is similar to a barium meal or barium follow-through but is used specifically to obtain X-ray images of the large intestine. Unlike the barium meal and follow through ...