noun
- Plural of enema; liquid injections introduced into the colon for medical purposes, such as cleansing or delivering medication.
Usage: Medical/clinical term; Plural form; singular is 'enema'
Examples
- The patient received several enemata before the surgical procedure.
- Enemata are commonly used in medical settings to relieve constipation.
- The doctor prescribed enemata as part of the bowel preparation protocol.
- Enemata can be administered with various solutions depending on the clinical need.