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1Department of Radiology, Southampton University Hospitals, Hants.
Abstract:
The performance of three 10F enteroclysis tubes with different tip designs (E. Merck Ltd) was assessed using double-contrast, gravity infusion enteroclysis, with methylcellulose solution as negative contrast. Intubation times, screening times, patient tolerability and examination quality were compared. The results show that a streamlined tip design facilitated passage through the nose. None of the tubes provided consistently reliable results due to inadequate flow rates. The Corsafe tube transmits a higher flow rate of methylcellulose and produced satisfactory examinations more frequently. Mechanically assisted infusion of methylcellulose is recommended when using 10F enteroclysis tubes.
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