Harris flush

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Harris flush is a type of enema aimed to evacuate flatus from a patient who has undergone surgery. It differs from other enemas in that it is not retained by the patient but removed shortly after insertion. It is also intended to remove flatus as opposed to other enemas, which are principally to remove stool.

A tube is passed into the rectum and sterile water is flushed into the colon and then aspirated through the same tube. The procedure is repeated several times. The procedure, like other type of enemas, is prescribed by a physician order. A container with a connecting tube is required. Additional necesseties are lubricant and gloves.