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catheter Med a long slender flexible tube for inserting into a natural bodily cavity or passage for introducing or withdrawing fluid, such as urine or blood catheter [′kath·ə·dər] (medicine) A hollow, tubular device for insertion into a cavity, duct, or vessel to permit injection or withdrawal of fluids or to establish patency of the passageway. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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| nbsp;infections caused by central venous or arterial catheter infections. The Stable-Line[R] Arterial catheter stabilization device is designed to prevent inadvertent movement and dislodgment of arterial lines. nbsp;securement device, made by Venetec International, reduces dislodgements and unscheduled restarts of arterial catheters by nearly 49 percent -- making patients safer and protecting healthcare workers against accidental needlesticks. |
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