Barium Enema Injection

**Semantic type:** Diagnostic Procedure

**Definition:** Injection of a barium-containing contrast medium through the anus and into the lower gastrointestinal tract so that X-rays can be taken in order to identify lesions and other abnormal growths.

**Synonyms:** - Barium Enema - Lower GI Series - Lower Gastrointestinal Series - barium enema - lower GI series