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lavage

 

[ ləˈvɑʒ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

medical procedure

Lavage refers to the process of washing out a body cavity, such as the stomach or intestines, often used for therapeutic purposes. It involves the introduction of fluid into the cavity and its subsequent removal, typically to cleanse or remove toxins or foreign materials.

Synonyms

cleansing, flushing, washing

Examples of usage

  • Gastric lavage was performed to remove ingested toxins.
  • The doctor recommended an intestinal lavage for the patient's condition.
  • After the accident, the paramedics used lavage to clear the patient's airway.

Translations

Translations of the word "lavage" in other languages:

🇵🇹 lavagem

🇮🇳 धुलाई

🇩🇪 Wäsche

🇮🇩 pencucian

🇺🇦 прання

🇵🇱 pranie

🇯🇵 洗濯

🇫🇷 lavage

🇪🇸 lavado

🇹🇷 yıkama

🇰🇷 세탁

🇸🇦 غسيل

🇨🇿 praní

🇸🇰 pranie

🇨🇳 洗涤

🇸🇮 pranje

🇮🇸 þvottur

🇰🇿 жуғыш

🇬🇪 რეცხვა

🇦🇿 yuma

🇲🇽 lavado

Word origin

The term 'lavage' comes from the French word 'lavage,' which means 'washing' or 'to wash.' Its etymological roots trace back to the Latin word 'lavare,' meaning 'to wash or bathe.' Over time, the term has been adopted into medical vocabulary to specifically denote procedures involving flushing or cleansing body cavities for therapeutic purposes. Lavage has been utilized in various medical settings, especially in emergency medicine, to handle cases of poisoning or overdose. The practice dates back centuries, but the formal medical term became more widely recognized in the 20th century as medical techniques evolved and the understanding of toxic substances advanced, leading to its contemporary applications in clinical practice.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,496, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.