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Catheterized: meaning, definitions and examples

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catheterized

 

[ ˈkæθɪtəˌraɪzd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

medical procedure

The term 'catheterized' refers to the medical process of inserting a catheter into a patient's body cavity or vessel. Catheterization is commonly performed to drain fluids, administer medications, or perform various medical tests. This procedure is essential in managing different health conditions, such as urinary retention or cardiovascular issues. Catheterization can be performed under local or general anesthesia, depending on the patient's needs and the complexity of the procedure.

Synonyms

drained, inserted, intubated

Examples of usage

  • The doctor catheterized the patient to relieve urinary retention.
  • She was catheterized for a cardiac procedure.
  • The nurse catheterized the patient with care.
  • After being catheterized, the patient felt immediate relief.

Translations

Translations of the word "catheterized" in other languages:

🇵🇹 cateterizado

🇮🇳 कैथेटराइज्ड

🇩🇪 katheterisiert

🇮🇩 kateterisasi

🇺🇦 катетеризований

🇵🇱 cewnikowany

🇯🇵 カテーテル挿入された

🇫🇷 cathétérisé

🇪🇸 cateterizado

🇹🇷 kateterleştirilmiş

🇰🇷 카테터 삽입됨

🇸🇦 تم القسطرة

🇨🇿 katetrizovaný

🇸🇰 katetrizovaný

🇨🇳 导尿的

🇸🇮 kateteriziran

🇮🇸 þvagkateteriseruð

🇰🇿 катетеризацияланған

🇬🇪 კათეტერიზებული

🇦🇿 kateterləşdirilmiş

🇲🇽 cateterizado

Etymology

The word 'catheterize' derives from the Greek word 'katheter', which means 'to send down' or 'to let down'. This term relates to the action of inserting a tube into a body cavity. The use of catheters dates back to ancient times, with references found in texts from ancient Egyptians and Greek medical practitioners. The modern use of the word began to emerge in medical literature in the 19th century, as advancements in medical technology and techniques allowed for more precise and effective catheterization procedures. Over time, the term has become a standard part of medical vocabulary, reflecting its importance in various clinical practices.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,160, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.