Medical Terminology · Multiple Systems · Medium
Catheterisation
Meaning: Insertion of a thin flexible tube into a body cavity or vessel to drain fluid or deliver treatment.
In practice: Urinary catheterisation was needed after the patient developed retention of urine following his hip operation.
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