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Barium enema

You may find it useful to have a look at the barium room on the Virtual Hospital Departments section of the The Royal College of Radiologists' website.

  • What is a barium enema?
  • What will I need to do before the test?
  • What will happen to me during the barium enema?
  • What about afterwards?
  • Are there any risks?
  • When will I get the results?

Related links

Barium room (Royal College of Radiologists)
 

 

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