(medicine) Administration of an enema. Subcutaneous or intravenous administration of fluids.
clysis
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(′klī·səs)
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(klī'sĭs)
n., pl. -ses (-sēz').
n., pl. -ses (-sēz').
An infusion of fluid, usually subcutaneously, for therapeutic purposes.
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The administration other than orally of any of several solutions to replace lost body fluid, supply nutriment, or raise blood pressure; also, the solution so administered.
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