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Meaning of the word catheterize in English

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catheterize

US /ˈkæθ.ə.tə.raɪz/

UK /ˈkæθ.ə.tə.raɪz/

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Verb

to insert a catheter into (a body cavity or organ)

Example:

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The nurse will catheterize the patient before surgery.

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It may be necessary to catheterize the bladder to drain urine.

Synonym:

cannulate intubate

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