1. An infusion of fluid, usually subcutaneously, for therapeutic purposes. ... 2. Formerly, a fluid enema; later, the washing out of material from any body space or cavity by fluids. ... Origin: G. Klysis, a drenching by a clyster ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
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Type: Term Pronunciation: klī′sis Definitions: 1. An infusion of fluid, usually subcutaneously, for therapeutic purposes. 2. Formerly, a fluid enema; later, the washing out of material from any body space or cavity by fluids.
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clysis (singular), clyses (plural) 1. Injection of fluid into the body other than orally. Fluid may be injected into tissue spaces, the rectum, or the abdominal cavity. This technique is used to inject fluids parenterally when venipuncture is not possible. Parentarally refers to any medication route other than the alimentary canal; such as, ...
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the administration of an enema. · intravenous administration of any of a number of solutions to provide nutriment, replace lost body fluid or control blood pressure.
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