clysis
American
[klahy-sis]
/ ˈklaɪ sɪs /
noun
Medicine/Medical.
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clyses
plural
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the administration of an enema.
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intravenous administration of any of a number of solutions to provide nutriment, replace lost body fluid or control blood pressure.
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Etymology
Origin of clysis
< New Latin < Greek klýsis flushing by an enema; see clyster, -sis
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