Small volume - quick effect
The hypertonic phosphate solution “pulls” fluid into the intestinal lumen, gently stimulating bowel movements—without the feeling of fullness characteristic of water enemas. Ideal before TRUS, rectoscopy, prostate biopsy, and in preparation for anterior resection. Contraindications (renal failure, electrolyte disturbances) are checked; for regular constipation, go to a gastroenterologist, not a series of enemas.
Indications
- postoperative wounds - regular dressings before removal of sutures;
- functioning drainages (nephrostomy, cholecystostomy, wound) - planned replacement and care;
- preparing the intestines for studies, operations and procedures;
- constipation as prescribed by a doctor - one-time emptying.
Small procedures make a big difference
Wound healing and the functioning of the drainage depend on regular professional care: dressing is an assessment of the dynamics with a doctor's eye (the nurse escalates any doubts to the doctor), and timely replacement of the drainage tube prevents obstruction and infection - carriers of nephrostomy and cholecystostomy are treated on a schedule without hospitalization. Enemas are performed delicately and technically: proper preparation is the key to an informative colonoscopy and a smooth operation.
