Barium enema is a kind of ad hoc procedure to a regular x-ray, in order to get a clear image of the large intestine. X-rays are unable to penetrate the metal barium. Hence, a thick white liquid ...

Disimpaction provides rapid relief from severe constipation by removing trapped stool in the rectum. The most common method of disimpaction involves manually breaking up and removing stool with a ...

The major maker of barium enema kits is recalling some products because they may be linked to severe reactions, including nine deaths, from the common medical procedure, federal officials said Friday.