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Double contrast barium enema: A series of x-rays of the colon and rectum taken after the patient is given an enema, followed by an injection of air. The barium outlines the intestines on the x-rays, allowing many abnormal growths to be visible. See: Barium enema.
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But if the results are not clear, a double-contrast study may also be done. Why It Is Done. A barium enema is done to: Identify inflammation of the intestinal ...
Double Contrast Barium Enema, also called DCBE, is a test that is used to screen for colon cancer and other bowel conditions and diseases.
In a double-contrast barium enema, a fine coating of thick barium is needed to outline the mucosal lining of the bowel. The patient will be placed prone so that ...
Single contrast barium enema uses barium to highlight your large intestine. Double contrast barium enema uses barium, but also delivers air into the colon to ...