Over-the-needle catheter | definition of over-the-needle catheter by Medical dictionary Over-the-needle catheter | definition of over-the-needle catheter by Medical dictionary catheter [kath´ĕ-ter] a tubular, flexible instrument, passed through body channels for withdrawal of fluids from (or introduction of fluids into) a body cavity. Straight catheters. May have one or two eyes, a round tip, or a “whistle” tip. These catheters are not self-retaining. acorn-tipped catheter one used in ureteropyelography to occlude the ureteral orifice and prevent backflow from the ureter during and following the injection of an opaque medium. Amplatz coronary catheter a J-shaped angiographic catheter used as an alternative to a Judkins coronary catheter in coronary arteriography . angiographic catheter one through which a contrast medium is injected for visualization of the vascular system of an organ. Such catheters may have preformed ends to facilitate selective locating (as in a renal or coronary vessel) from a remote entry site. They may be named according to the site of entry and destination, such as femoral-renal and brachial-coronary.

arterial catheter one inserted into an artery, used as part of a catheter-transducer-monitor system to continuously observe the blood pressure of critically ill patients. An arterial catheter also may be inserted for x-ray studies of the arterial system and for delivery of chemotherapeutic agents directly into the arterial supply of malignant tumors. atherectomy catheter a catheter containing a rotating cutter and a collecting chamber for debris, used for atherectomy and endarterectomy ; it is inserted percutaneously under radiographic guidance. balloon catheter (balloon-tip catheter) a catheter with a balloon at the tip that may be inflated or deflated while the catheter is in place to create, enlarge, or occlude a passageway; see also balloon angioplasty . The pressure-sensitive balloon may be used to facilitate hemodynamic monitoring . Braasch bulb catheter a bulb-tipped ureteral catheter used for dilation and determination of the inner diameter of the ureter.

Brockenbrough transseptal catheter a specialized cardiac catheter with a curved steel inner needle that can puncture the interatrial septum; used to catheterize the left ventricle when the aortic valve cannot be crossed in a retrograde approach. Broviac catheter a central venous catheter similar to the Hickman catheter but with a smaller lumen. cardiac catheter a long, fine catheter especially designed for passage into the chambers of the heart, usually through a peripheral blood vessel under fluoroscopic control. See also cardiac catheterization . Castillo catheter a cardiac catheter similar to an Amplatz coronary catheter in shape and use, but shorter and introduced via the brachial artery. central venous catheter a long, fine catheter inserted via a large vein into the superior vena cava or right atrium to administer parenteral fluids (as in parenteral nutrition ), antibiotics, or other therapeutic agents; it can also be used for measurement of central venous pressure and for temporary hemodialysis . See also central venous catheterization . condom catheter an external urinary collection device that fits over the penis like a condom ; used in the management of urinary incontinence .

conical catheter a ureteral catheter that has a cone-shaped tip designed to dilate the lumen. Cournand catheter a cardiac catheter with a single end hole; used for pressure measurement, usually in the right heart. DeLee catheter a catheter used to suction meconium and amniotic debris from the nasopharynx and oropharynx of neonates. de Pezzer catheter a self-retaining urethral catheter with a bulbous end. directional atherectomy catheter a type of atherectomy catheter whose direction can be shifted to shave off additional plaque. double-channel catheter (double-lumen catheter) (dual-lumen catheter) a catheter with two channels, one for injection and the other for removal of fluids; called also two-way catheter . elbowed catheter a catheter bent at an angle near the beak, used in cases of enlarged prostate. Called also prostatic catheter . electrode catheter a cardiac catheter containing one or more electrodes; it may be used to pace the heart or to deliver high-energy shocks.

end-hole catheter a cardiac catheter with a hole in the tip, through which a guidewire may be passed or pressure monitored. eustachian catheter one for inflating the eustachian tube . female catheter a short urethral catheter for passage through the female urethra. femoral catheter a central venous catheter inserted through the femoral vein. fluid-filled catheter an intravascular catheter connected by a saline-filled tube to an external pressure transducer; used to measure intravascular pressure. Fogarty catheter a type of balloon-tip catheter used to remove thrombi and emboli from blood vessels. Foley catheter an indwelling catheter retained in the bladder by a balloon inflated with air or liquid; see illustration. Three-way Foley catheter. Three separate lumens are incorporated within the round shaft of the catheter for drainage of urine, inflation, and introduction of irrigating solutions into the bladder. Gensini coronary catheter a catheter used for coronary arteriography , having an end-hole to accommodate a guidewire or monitor pressure as well as side holes for rapid injection of large volumes of contrast material.

Groshong catheter a single or double lumen cardiac catheter inserted into the right atrium with an external port. Unlike the Hickman and Broviac catheters , this type has a valve at the distal end, eliminating the need for clamping and preventing blood from entering it when not in use. Gruentzig balloon catheter a flexible balloon catheter with a short guidewire fixed to the tip, used for dilation of arterial stenoses; the balloon is made of low-compliance plastic to reduce the risk of arterial rupture. hemodialysis catheter a catheter used on a temporary basis for vascular access for hemodialysis ; usually some type of central venous catheter . Hickman catheter a type of central venous catheter used for long term administration of substances via the venous system, such as antibiotics, total parenteral nutrition , or chemotherapeutic agents; it can be used for continuous or intermittent administration and may have either a single or a double lumen. indwelling catheter a urethral catheter designed to be held in place to drain urine from the bladder. internal jugular catheter a central venous catheter inserted through the internal jugular vein.

Judkins coronary catheter a preformed J-shaped angiographic catheter used in coronary arteriography to cannulate and deliver contrast material to one of the coronary arteries via a percutaneous femoral route. left coronary catheter one designed for coronary arteriography of the left coronary artery. Malecot catheter 1. a two- or four-winged female catheter . 2. a tube with an expanded tip that is used for gastrostomy feedings. manometer-tipped catheter one with a small pressure transducer on its tip; used in measuring intravascular or intracardiac pressure. multipurpose catheter 1. a catheter with several functions or applications. 2. a catheter for coronary angiography that is shaped so that it can be used in either coronary artery. nasal catheter one made of flexible rubber or plastic with several holes near the end; used for the administration of oxygen. Called also oropharyngeal catheter . NIH catheter one used for coronary arteriography ; it has a closed end and several side holes for rapid injection of large volumes of contrast material.

olive-tip catheter a ureteral catheter with an olive-shaped end, used to dilate a constricted ureteral orifice; larger sizes are also used for dilating or calibrating the diameter of urethral strictures. oropharyngeal catheter nasal catheter . pacing catheter a cardiac catheter containing one or more electrodes on pacing wires; used as a temporary cardiac pacing lead. Pezzer's catheter de Pezzer catheter . pigtail catheter an angiographic catheter ending in a tightly curled tip that resembles the tail of a pig. preformed catheter a preshaped catheter designed to require less operator manipulation but usually restricted to a single function. prostatic catheter elbowed catheter . right coronary catheter one designed for coronary arteriography of the right coronary artery. Robinson catheter a straight urethral catheter with two to six openings to allow drainage, especially useful in the presence of blood clots which may occlude one or more openings. self-retaining catheter a urethral catheter constructed to be retained in the bladder and urethra; see Foley catheter and indwelling catheter.

snare catheter one designed to remove intracardiac catheter fragments or pacing leads introduced iatrogenically. Sones coronary catheter a woven Dacron or polyurethane catheter used in coronary arteriography to cannulate and deliver contrast material to the coronary arteries via the brachial artery. subclavian catheter a central venous catheter inserted through the subclavian vein. Swan-Ganz catheter see swan-ganz catheter . Tenckhoff catheter a cuffed silicone catheter that is permanently inserted into the abdominal cavity for infusion of dialyzing solution in patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis . Texas catheter trademark for a commercially made condom catheter . thermodilution catheter a catheter used in thermodilution for introduction of the cold liquid indicator into the cardiovascular system. toposcopic catheter a miniature catheter that can pass through narrow, tortuous vessels to convey chemotherapy directly to brain tumors. tracheal catheter one with small holes at the end, especially designed for removal of secretions during tracheal suctioning . transhepatic biliary catheter biliary c.

transluminal endarterectomy catheter a type of atherectomy catheter with a conical cutting window, inserted through the lumen of the vessel; debris is collected in a special vacuum bottle. transtracheal catheter a catheter inserted into the trachea through a tracheostomy for patients who cannot tolerate an oral or nasal cannula . 2. urethral c. Catheter inserted into the abdomen. angiographic catheter one through which a contrast medium is injected for visualization of the vascular system of an organ. atherectomy catheter one with a rotating cutter and a collecting chamber for debris, used for atherectomy and endarterectomy and inserted under radiographic guidance. balloon catheter one whose tip has an inflatable balloon that holds the catheter in place or can dilate the lumen of a vessel, such as in angioplastic procedures. cardiac catheter a long, fine catheter designed for passage, usually through a peripheral blood vessel, into the chambers of the heart under radiographic control. cardiac catheter-microphone phonocatheter .

central venous catheter a long, fine catheter introduced via a large vein into the superior vena cava or right atrium for administration of parenteral fluids or medications or for measurement of central venous pressure. condom catheter an external urinary collection device that fits over the penis like a condom ; used in the management of urinary incontinence . DeLee catheter one used to suction meconium and amniotic debris from the nasopharynx and oropharynx of neonates. double-channel catheter , double-lumen catheter one with two channels, one for injection and the other for fluid removal. elbowed catheter a urethral catheter with a sharp bend near the beak, used to get around an enlarged prostate. electrode catheter a cardiac catheter containing electrodes; it may be used to pace the heart or to deliver high-energy shocks. female catheter a short urethral catheter for passage through the female urethra. fluid-filled catheter an intravascular catheter connected by a saline-filled tube to an external pressure transducer; used to measure intravascular pressure. Foley catheter an indwelling catheter retained in the bladder by a balloon inflated with air or liquid.

Gouley catheter a solid, curved steel urethral catheter grooved on its inferior surface so that it can pass over a guide through a urethral stricture. Gruentzig balloon catheter a flexible balloon catheter with a short guidewire fixed to the tip, used for dilation of arterial stenoses. indwelling catheter one held in position in the urethra. pacing catheter a cardiac catheter containing one or more electrodes on pacing wires; used as a temporary cardiac pacing lead. self-retaining catheter indwelling c. snare catheter one designed to remove intracardiac catheter fragments introduced iatrogenically. Swan-Ganz catheter a soft, flow-directed catheter with a balloon at the tip for measuring pulmonary arterial pressures. Tenckhoff catheter any of several types commonly used in peritoneal dialysis, having end and side holes and one or more extraperitoneal felt cuffs making a bacteria-tight seal. toposcopic catheter a miniature catheter that can pass through narrow, tortuous vessels to convey chemotherapy directly to specific sites. two-way catheter double-lumen c.

ureteral catheter one inserted into the ureter, either through the urethra and bladder or posteriorly via the kidney. urethral catheter one inserted through the urethra into the urinary bladder. winged catheter a urethral catheter with two projections on the end to retain it in place. catheter A bladder catheter designed to remain in place (e.g., a Foley catheter). SUPRAPUBIC CATHETER: used to drain urine suprapubic catheter A catheter that permits direct urinary drainage from the bladder through the lower abdominal wall from a surgically fashioned opening located just above the pubic symphysis. Suprapubic urinary diversion is typically but not exclusively used as a temporary means of decompressing the bladder when the urethra is obstructed, e.g., in children with congenital deformities of the penis or urethra, or in adults with bladder outlet obstruction. When it is used for this purpose, it is considered a bridge before definitive surgery. See: suprapubic aspiration of urine ; illustration Patient care The nurse observes for hemorrhage or prolonged hematuria and signs of local or systemic infection. Aseptic technique is used during dressing or equipment changes.

Bladder irrigation is performed as prescribed. Medications, e.g., analgesics, antispasmodics, and bowel stimulants, are administered as prescribed. The patient's ability to micturate is evaluated. Intake and output are monitored and recorded. Fluids are forced unless otherwise restricted to ensure passage of dilute urine. Swan-Ganz catheter A central catheter containing three separate channels or passageways. tunneled central venous catheter An intravenous catheter inserted into the subclavian or internal jugular vein and then advanced into the right atrium or superior vena cava. The proximal end is tunneled subcutaneously from the insertion site and brought out through the skin at an exit site below the nipple line. Commonly used tunneled catheters include the Hickman and Broviac catheters. umbilical vein catheter A catheter placed in the umbilical vein of an infant to facilitate administration of medicines parenterally or to do an exchange transfusion. vertebrated catheter A catheter in sections to be fitted together so that it is flexible.

winged catheter A catheter with little flaps at each side of the beak to help retain it in the bladder. Word catheter A rubber catheter with an inflatable balloon at its end, used to treat cysts or abscesses, e.g., Bartholin gland cysts in the vulva. Yankauer suction catheter n a catheter left in place in the bladder; usually a type of balloon catheter. catheter a tubular, flexible instrument, passed through body channels for withdrawal of fluids from (or introduction of fluids into) a body cavity. Balloon-tipped angiographic (Berman) catheter By permission from Darke P, Kelly DF, Bonagura JD, Color Atlas of Veterinary Cardiology, Mosby, 1995 angiographic catheter one through which a contrast medium is injected for visualization of the vascular system of an organ. Such catheters may have preformed ends to facilitate selective locating (as in a renal or coronary vessel) from a remote entry site. They may be named according to the site of entry and destination, such as femoral-renal and brachial-coronary.

arterial catheter one inserted into an artery and utilized as part of a catheter-transducer-monitor system to continuously observe the blood pressure of critically ill patients. An arterial catheter also may be inserted for x-ray studies of the arterial system and for delivery of chemotherapeutic agents directly into the arterial supply of malignant tumors. butterfly catheter a metal needle with flexible plastic 'wings' and a short length of tubing. The 'wings' assist in placement and facilitate fixation with tape. Butterfly catheter. By permission from Hall L, Clarke KW, Trim C, Veterinary Anaesthesia, Saunders, 2000 cardiac catheter a long, fine catheter especially designed for passage, usually through a peripheral blood vessel, into the chambers of the heart under fluoroscopic control. See also cardiac catheterization. cardiac biopsy catheter introduced intravenously under the direction of fluoroscopy, can be positioned in the right or left ventricle and an endocardial biopsy obtained. central venous catheter a long, fine catheter inserted into a vein for the purpose of administering through a large blood vessel parenteral fluids (as in parenteral nutrition ), antibiotics and other therapeutic agents.

This type of catheter is also used in the measurement of central venous pressure. See also central venous catheterization. column disk catheter an indwelling device for continuous peritoneal dialysis. It is implanted within the peritoneal cavity, resting against the body wall. The attached Silastic tubing is used for infusing and draining the dialysate at intervals. double-lumen catheter one having two channels; one for injection and one for removal of fluid. catheter drainage a catheter left in place to keep the bladder drained. Preferably should have a one-way valve to avoid aspiration of air and infection. elbowed catheter a catheter bent at an angle near the beak. indwelling catheter one especially designed so that it is held in place in the urethra for the purpose of draining urine from the bladder. over-the-needle catheter a large-bore sharp needle housed with an indwelling stilette, inside a thin-walled plastic tube. An incision is made over the filled vein, the needle-cannula inserted, the stilette withdrawn, then the needle, leaving the plastic cannula in situ.

self-retaining catheter one constructed to remain in the bladder, effecting constant drainage. through-the-needle the catheter is housed within the needle which is used to enter the blood vessel. After insertion, the needle may be removed by withdrawing, but leaving the catheter in place. A protective housing may be provided to cover the needle. tracheal catheter one with small holes at the terminal 1 inch, especially designed for removal of secretions during tracheal suctioning . ureteral catheter a long, extremely small gauge catheter designed for insertion directly into a ureter. urethral catheter any of various types of catheters designed for insertion via the urethra into the urinary bladder. See also catheterization .

(isim) sonda nedir, ne demek, (isim) sonda anlamı - Sesli Sözlük {i} tube used to drain body fluids or to keep a passage open (Medical) A catheter is a tube designed to carry fluid There are 2 main types used in medicine: Urinary and IV The urinary catheter is a tube placed through the urethra into the bladder, allowing the bladder to be drained externally, while IV catheters are placed into the blood stream allowing medications to be rapidly administered into the body (kath-a-ter) A small plastic tube inserted into the body A flexible tube for withdrawing fluids from, or introducing fluids into, a cavity of the body Frequently used to drain the urinary bladder (Foley catheter) A flexible tube used to administer fluids to or drain fluids from the body There are several sites where catheters are used small, flexible plastic tube inserted into a portion of the body to administer or remove fluids A hollow tube often used to insert equipment, or withdraw samples, from veins or arteries A flexible plastic tube used to enter the interior of the body A catheter is one of the access options for patients on haemodialysis For patients on peritoneal dialysis, a catheter allows

 dialysis fluid to be put into and removed from the peritoneal cavity A catheter may also be used to drain urine from the bladder a small, thin tube; may refer to a tube used during a cardiac catheterization procedure to inject dye, obtain blood samples, and measure pressures inside the heart; may also refer to a flexible tube used to drain fluid from or inject into the body small, flexible plastic tube inserted into the body to administer or remove fluids A catheter is a thin plastic tube that can be inserted into the body to make measurements or add or remove fluid For example, a catheter can be introduced into an artery and moved to a location in the heart to measure pressure changes a flexible tube inserted into a body channel to maintain an opening to the channel Catheters are commonly used in veins for ongoing drug treatment A catheter is a tube which is used to introduce liquids into a human body or to withdraw liquids from it.

a thin tube that is put into your body to remove liquids -ise (from kathienai , from kata- ( CATACLYSM) + hienai ) thin, flexible medical tube; one use is to insert it into a blood vessel to measure blood pressure Glossary | Health Careers Accident and emergency. Acute medical unit The first point of entry into hospital for patients who have been referred as emergencies by their GP or who require admission from the A&E department. ADHD The abbreviation for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. AfC Agenda for Change . The main pay system for NHS staff, except doctors, dentists and senior managers. Agenda for Change The main pay system for staff in the NHS, except doctors, dentists and senior managers. Abbreviated to AfC . Aneurysms Caused by dilation of a blood vessel, and can lead to rupture and death. Angioedema The swelling of the deeper layers of the skin, caused by a build-up of fluid. Aorta The largest artery in the body. Autoimmune disease A problem with the body’s immune system, when it starts to attack healthy cells, tissues and organs. Examples include lupus and rheumatoid arthritis. Concerning the heart and blood vessels.

Catheter A flexible tube that is inserted into the body to remove or introduce fluids. Catheters also have other uses, for example to widen obstructed blood vessels. CCT Certificate of completion of training . Confirms that a doctor has completed an approved training programme in the UK and is eligible for entry onto the GP register or the specialist register. Certificate of completion of training Confirms that a doctor has completed an approved training programme in the UK and is eligible for entry onto the GP register or the specialist register. Abbreviated to CCT . CfWI Centre for Workforce Intelligence. Commissioned by the Department of Health, Health Education England and Public Health England to look at specific workforce groups and pathways, and to provide materials, tools and resources to inform workforce planning policy decisions at a national and local level. Chemotherapy Treatment for cancer patients with drugs that destroy the cancer cells. CIEH Chartered Institute for Environmental Health. An independent organisation representing the interests of the environmental health profession. Clinical audit A process that has been defined as "a quality improvement process that seeks to improve patient care and outcomes through systematic review of care against explicit criteria and the implementation of change." Clinical commissioning group A group of GPs repsonsible for designing local health services in England.

Abbreviated to CCG. Clinical effectiveness A measure of the extent to which a particular treatment or intervention works. Cognitive behavioural therapy A talking therapy that can help you manage your problems by changing the way you think and behave. Abbreviated to CBT. Colorectal Relating to the colon or rectum. Corporate governance A system that incorporates processes to minimise all risks in an organisation. Corticosteroid drugs Similar to corticosteroid hormones that are produced by the adrenal glands, which are small glands at the top of the kidney. Often known as steroids, they are prescribed for a variety of conditions, via tablets, injection, inhalers, creams and so on. Croup A common condition in babies and young children resulting in narrowing and inflammation of the airways that causes hoarseness, noisy breathing and a cough. It is usually viral. CT scans Computerised tomography scan. Uses X-rays and a computer to create detailed images of the inside of the body. Sometimes referred to as a CAT scan or computed tomography scan. A test that checks for problems with the electrical activity of the heart.

Electroencephalogram (EEG) A test to record the electrical activity of the brain – used for diagnosis and monitoring of certain conditions that affect the brain. Endometrial ablation A medical procedure that is used to remove (ablate) or destroy the endometrial lining of a uterus. Endoscopy Examination of a body cavity using an endoscope, which is a flexible or rigid tube with a small camera and light. Operations can also sometimes be carried out by passing instruments into the endoscope. Endotracheal intubations A medical procedure in which a tube is placed into the windpipe (trachea) through the mouth or nose. Endovascular Using wires, catheters, balloons, stents and devices to treat arterial disease in a minimally invasive way. Epidemiology Generally refers to the three phases of surgery - before, during and after surgery. Personal development plan An action plan based on self awareness, values, reflection, goal-setting and planning for career development. Abbreviated to PDP. PHE Public Health England. Plexus blocks Regional anesthesia techniques that are sometimes employed as an alternative to general anesthesia for surgery of the shoulder, arm, forearm, wrist and hand.

Primary care Care provided by GP practices, dental practices, community pharmacies and high street optometrists. It is many people's first (primary) point of contact with the NHS. Around 90% of patient interaction is with primary care services. Prostheses Plural of prosthesis. An artificial device that replaces a missing body part, which may have been lost through trauma, disease, or congenital conditions. PTP NHS Practitioner Training Programme. An undergraduate route into healthcare science, via an accredited BSc (Hons) in healthcare science. Pulmonary embolism The formation of a blood clot in the blood vessels or heart. Tinnitus Noises heard in the ear without an external cause, such as buzzing or ringing. Topologies Plural of topology, an area of mathematics concerned with the properties of space. Tracheostomies Plural of tracheostomy, an opening created at the front of the neck so a tube can be inserted into the windpipe (trachea) to help you breathe. Transient ischaemic attack (TIA) Also known as a “mini-stroke”, this occurs when there is a brief interruption of the blood supply to the brain, causing symptoms similar to those of a stroke .

The symptoms typically last less than one hour and are completely resolved within 24 hours. A glossary of medical terms related to heart and vascular conditions | Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute - Central Maine Medical Center A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z Ace Inhibitor: Medication used to treat high blood pressure. Angina (Angina Pectoris): Pain or discomfort which occurs when the heart does not receive adequate blood flow – and thus oxygen -- to the heart muscle. Angina may be experienced in the chest, neck, jaw, arms, shoulder or back. No permanent damage is done to the heart. Angioplasty: A procedure performed by cardiac surgeons to open an obstruction or narrowing of a blood vessel, using a balloon that is inserted with a catheter. Also known as a Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA). Anticoagulant: A drug that slows or prevents the blood from clotting. Aneurysm: An aneurysm is an abnormal widening of a blood vessel. Aneurysms can sometimes burst, causing a serious medical emergency.

If not caught in time, they can be life-threatening. Aorta: The main artery leaving the heart. Arteries: Vessels that transport oxygen-rich blood from the heart to the rest of the body. Atrial Fibrillation:A rapid and irregular rhythm that begins in the upper chambers of the heart (the atria). As a result, the lower chambers also beat irregularly. This condition requires diagnosis and treatment. Arterial Line: A small plastic tube that is placed in an artery in your wrist in order to monitor arterial blood pressure. Blood samples can also be taken through this tube. Arrhythmia: An abnormal rhythm of the heart, including rate, regularity, or site of impulse origin. Types of arrhythmias include tachycardias (fast heart rhythms) and bradycardias (slow heart rhythms). Atherosclerosis:A disease process in which fatty substances (plaque), such as cholesterol, are deposited on the inner lining of blood vessels. Arteriosclerosis:Arteriosclerosis is a general term for a condition that is characterized by the thickening, hardening and loss of elasticity of the walls of the arteries.

Beta Blocker: Medication used to treat high blood pressure, angina, myocardial infarction and other heart conditions, by controlling the heart rate. Bradycardia: An abnormally slow heart rhythm. Bypass Graft (Vein, Mammary Artery, Aorta-Coronary Bypass Graft): A surgical procedure where a piece of vein, taken from the leg, or a piece or artery, taken from the inside of the chest wall, replaces a diseased coronary artery. The graft helps get more blood to the heart muscle. Calcium Channel Blocker: A drug used to treat high blood pressure and angina. It decreases the workload of the heart by blocking the influx of calcium ions into the smooth muscle cells, which reduces the oxygen demand on the heart. Cardiac: Relating to the heart. Cardiac Angiogram or Catheterization: An X-ray procedure which involves the injection of dye into the heart chambers and into the coronary arteries for diagnostic purposes. An X-ray reveals the exact site where the artery is narrowed or blocked and measures how well the heart is pumping. Catheter: A hollow, flexible tube used to withdraw or inject fluid into the body.

Chest Tube: A tube or tubes in the chest which drain fluids from the area of the operation. The chest tubes remain in place for approximately two days. Cholesterol: A waxy substance that circulates in the blood and plays a role in the formation of blockages. Cholesterol originates in foods that are rich in animal fats. Congestive Heart Failure: The condition which results when the heart is unable to pump adequately. Congestive heart failure (CHF) can result from coronary heart disease. Coronary Arteries: Special arteries which supply the heart muscle with blood. Coronary Artery Disease: A condition in which the arteries supplying the heart muscle become blocked. The cause of this is unknown, but some known risk factors include: hypertension, family history, smoking, diabetes, obesity, diet and stress. Back to top Diabetes: A disease that negatively affects the metabolism of glucose (sugar) and cause changes in blood vessels that, untreated, may lead to circulation issues, development of coronary artery disease, blindness and other health issues. Dilation: The gradual opening of the narrowed coronary artery by cracking and compressing the narrowing or obstructing plaque. Back to top Echocardiogram: An ultrasound of the heart.

Electrocardiogram (EKG/ ECG): A recording of the electrical activity of the heart. The EKG recording can be used to detect many abnormalities in the heart. Endotrachael Tube (ETT): Breathing tube placed in the trachea during surgery or respiratory emergencies to assist with breathing. Removed when the patient is able to breathe on his/her own. Fibrillation: A rapid and irregular heart rhythm caused by abnormal electrical impulses. This is a potentially serious condition. Fibrillation, Atrial : See Atrial Fibrillation. Back to top Incentive Spirometer: This machine lets you know if you are breathing deeply enough. Respiratory therapists teach patients how to use the spirometer. Ischemia:Lack of or insufficient oxygen to the heart muscle. Ischemia is a reversible condition if normal blood flow is restored. IV (Intravenous): Small tubes which are placed into the veins for the purpose of giving fluids and drugs, taking blood samples, and measuring pressures. These "lines" as they are called, will remain in place for several days after surgery. Left Ventricle: The largest chamber of the heart. It is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.

Local (Anesthetic): Numbing medicine which is used to decrease discomfort when intravenous lines are put into place. Lungs: Sponge-like organs of the body which allow oxygen to enter the blood when you breathe. Back to top Mammary Artery: An artery that runs down the inside of the chest wall and is sometimes used in coronary artery bypass graft surgery. Murmur: A heart murmur is defined as the sound caused by turbulent blood flow through the heart, as heard by a physician through a stethoscope. Most heart murmurs are benign, but sometimes a murmur can indicate problems such as a malfunctioning heart valve. Myocardial Infarction (M.I.):A "heart-attack", with loss of part of the heart muscle due to a severe decrease in blood supply. Permanent damage to the heart occurs. Myocarditis: An inflammatory disease of the heart muscle (myocardium) that can result from a variety of causes. While most cases are produced by a viral infection, an inflammation of the heart muscle may also be instigated by toxins, drugs, and hypersensitive immune reactions. Myocarditis is a rare but serious condition that affects both males and females of any age.

Back to top Pacemaker: Electronic device used to control the heart rate. Used after open heart surgery to maintain a steady heart rate for recovery, and, in emergencies, to stimulate the heart to bea Pericarditis: Two thin membranes enclose the heart in a sac-like structure. If these membranes become irritated or inflamed, the condition is known as pericarditis. Pericarditis is fairly common, affecting about 1 in 1,000 people at some point in their lives. It can be caused by flu, polio, injury, or German measles. Other causes are rheumatoid arthritis or lupus. This condition sometimes follows a heart attack. Pericardial Tamponade: Pericardial Tamponade is a dangerous form of pericarditis. The membranes enclosing the heart do not easily stretch, so if fluid accumulates between the membranes and the heart, pressure from it may prevent the heart from working as a pump. Pericardial tamponade usually is the result of trauma, such as an automobile accident, and must be treated immediately. Percutaneous: Performed through a small opening in the skin.

Percutaneous Transluminal Coronary Angioplasty (PTCA).: See Angioplasty. Plaque: The accumulated wax-like material that causes a blockage in a blood vessel. Also known as a lesion or stenosis. Platelets: A substance in the blood that is involved in the formation of a clot. Pressure monitors and pressure lines: Devices used to measure the internal pressures that the heart and lungs are emitting. Usually inserted through arteries in the neck, arm or leg. Pulmonary Function Studies: A series of tests which are performed before surgery to evaluate the condition of your lungs. Saphenous Vein: The large vein in the leg, often used as the "bypass graft" in coronary artery bypass graft surgery. Stenosis:A narrowing of any canal. Used to describe narrowed coronary arteries or a narrowed heart valve. Stent: An expandable, slotted metal tube that is inserted into a vessel. A stent acts as a scaffold to provide structural support for a vessel. Sternum: The breastbone. Suctioning: A procedure performed on patients connected to a ventilator. A small tube placed down the throat draws out mucous, in order the keep the lungs clear.

Sutures (also called Stitches): The material used to close a surgical incision. Back to top Tachycardia: An abnormally fast heart rate. Telemetry Monitory: A specialized wireless monitor that allows patients to move freely in their rooms and the hall, but still enables the staff to observe their EKG. Thrombosis:A blockage caused by clumps of cells. Triglycerides: Substances in the blood that are a component of the "bad" type of cholesterol. Back to top Valves: The heart has 4 valves: the aortic, mitral, pulmonary and the tricuspid. Aortic Valve: The valve that sits at the junction of the left ventricle and the aorta. When the valve is open it allows blood to flow from the left ventricle to the aorta, and when closed, prevents any backward flow. Aortic Insufficiency: An incomplete closing of the aortic valve, causing blood to flow backward into the left ventricle. Aortic Stenosis: A narrowing of the aortic valve, causing the left ventricle to work harder, but limiting the amount of blood that can be pumped forward into the aorta.

Mitral Valve:The valve that sits between the left atrium and the left ventricle. Mitral Insufficiency:An incomplete closing of the mitral valve, causing blood to flow backward into the left atrium. Mitral Stenosis:A narrowing of the mitral valve, causing blood to flow backward into the left atrium. Pulmonary Valve: The valve that sits at the junction of the right ventricle and the pulmonary artery. Tricuspid Valve: The valve that sits between the right atrium and the right ventricle. Veins: Vessels that transport blood back to the heart after the oxygen has been used by the body. Vein Graft: A piece of a vein taken from either a leg or arm that is used to bypass the damaged coronary artery and restore blood flow to the heart muscle. Ventilator:A machine that helps patients breathe after surgery. Ventricle: One of the two lower chambers of the heart. Ventricular Fibrillation: A very rapid, uncoordinated, ineffective series of contractions throughout the lower chambers of the heart. Unless stopped, these chaotic impulses are fatal. Meaning of Catheter Catheter Catheter: A thin, flexible tube.

For example, a catheter placed in a vein provides a pathway for giving drugs, nutrients, fluids, or blood products. Samples of blood can also be withdrawn through the catheter. The catheter was created by the Greeks. 'Katheter' originally referred to an instrument that was inserted such as a plug. The word 'katheter... Catheter Cath'e·ter noun [ Latin , from Greek ... a thing let down or put in, catheter, from ... to send down, to let down; ... + ... to send.] (Medicine) The name of various instruments for passing along mucous canals, esp. applied to a tubular instrument to be introduced into the bladder through the ureth... catheter A tube used to drain or inject fluid, or to apply pressure toa vessel. Catheters are commonly used to drain urine from the bladder. Other types are used to sample blood from the heart or to inject dye into the blood vessels during X-ray screening (see cardiac catheterization). Catheters are also use... Catheter A slender, hollow tube that is inserted into a body cavity (bladder, blood vessel, etc) to insert diagnostic substances, drain fluids or perform a medical procedure.

During pregnancy, catheters are generally inserted to collect a sterile urine sample for testing or to drain the bladder during childbirth or surgery. catheter Type: Term Pronunciation: kath′ĕ-ter Definitions: 1. A tubular instrument to allow passage of fluid from or into a body cavity or blood vessel. 2. Generally, a catheter designed to be passed through the urethra into the bladder to drain it of urine. catheter Fine tube inserted into the body to introduce or remove fluids. The urinary catheter, passed by way of the urethra (the duct that leads urine away from the bladder) was the first to be used. In today's practice, catheters can be inserted into blood vessels, either in the limbs or trunk, to provide blood samples and local pressure measurements, ...

catheter nedir, ne demek, catheter anlamı - Sesli Sözlük a flexible, tubular instrument, used for the removal or insertion of fluids A tube for insertion into a body cavity for introducing or removing a substance A balloon-tipped catheter is a tube with a balloon at its tip that can be inflated or deflated without removal after installation A flexible tube for withdrawing fluids from, or introducing fluids into, a cavity of the body Frequently used to drain the urinary bladder (Foley catheter) A flexible plastic tube used to enter the interior of the body A catheter is one of the access options for patients on haemodialysis For patients on peritoneal dialysis, a catheter allows dialysis fluid to be put into and removed from the peritoneal cavity A catheter may also be used to drain urine from the bladder A catheter is a tube designed to carry fluid There are 2 main types used in medicine: Urinary and IV The urinary catheter is a tube placed through the urethra into the bladder, allowing the bladder to be drained externally, while IV catheters are placed into the blood stream allowing medications to be rapidly administered into the body —A hollow, flexible tube inserted into the body to put in

 or take out fluid, or to open up or close blood vessels thin, flexible medical tube; one use is to insert it into a blood vessel to measure blood pressure A catheter is a thin plastic tube that can be inserted into the body to make measurements or add or remove fluid For example, a catheter can be introduced into an artery and moved to a location in the heart to measure pressure changes A catheter is a tube which is used to introduce liquids into a human body or to withdraw liquids from it.

a thin tube that is put into your body to remove liquids -ise (from kathienai , from kata- ( CATACLYSM) + hienai ) a flexible tube inserted into a body channel to maintain an opening to the channel Catheters are commonly used in veins for ongoing drug treatment Flexible tubular (rubber or plastic) instrument used for withdrawing fluids from (or introducing fluids into) a body cavity or vessel (e g , urinary bladder catheter) med terms ch 4 Flashcards - Course Hero the predicted outcome of the disease prognosis having a short and relatively severe course acute opposite of acute, meaning the disease exists over a long time chronic objective, or definitive, evidence of an illness or disordered function that are perceived by an examiner signs subjective evidence as perceived by the patient, such as pain symptoms the measurement of pulse rate, respiration rate, and body temperature vital signs rhythmic expansion of an artery that occurs as the heart beats pulse the number of breaths a minute respiration, respiratory, rate the pressure exerted by the circulating volume of blood on the walls of the arteries and veins and on the chambers of the heart blood pressure pertaining to blood pressure, the higher than normal reading is called what?

systolic reading pertaining to blood pressure, what is the lower than normal reading is called? diastolic pressure what are the four techniques are useful in the physical exam inspection, palpation, percussion, auscultation illuminated instrument for the visualization of the interior of a body cavity or organ endoscope a hollow flexible tube that can be inserted into a cavity of the body to withdraw or install fluids, performs tests, or visualize a vessel or cavity catheter Catheter definition by Babylon’s free dictionary Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913) (n.) The name of various instruments for passing along mucous canals, esp. applied to a tubular instrument to be introduced into the bladder through the urethra to draw off the urine. Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary (1913), edited by Noah Porter. About hEnglish - advanced version catheter \cath"e*ter\ (?), n. [l., fr. gr. &?; a thing let down or put in, catheter, fr. &?; to send down, to let down; &?; + &?; to send.] (med.) the name of various instruments for passing along mucous canals, esp.

applied to a tubular instrument to be introduced into the bladder through the urethra to draw off the urine. similar words(2) NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms [KATH-i-ter] A Service of the National Cancer Institute . The TCRC Glossary for Testicular Cancer and Other Related Conditons A thin flexible tube through which fluids can enter or leave the body. Medicine - Miscellaneous Dictionaries Terms and Definitions A thin plastic tube. When a catheter is place in a vein, it provides a pathway for drugs, nutrients, or blood products. Blood samples also can be removed through the catheter. MS glossary A hollow, flexible tube, made of plastic or rubber, which can be inserted through the urinary opening into the bladder to drain excess urine that cannot be excreted normally. Central nervous system The part of the nervous system that includes the brain, optic nerves, and spinal cord. Cerebellum A part of the brain situated above the brainstem that controls balance and coordination of movement. Cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)|Cerebrospinal fluid A watery, colorless, clear fluid that bathes and protects the brain and spinal cord.

The composition of this fluid can be altered by a variety of diseases. Certain changes in CSF that are characteristic of MS can be detected with a lumbar puncture (spinal tap), a test sometimes used to help make the MS diagnosis. See Lumbar puncture. National MS Society at Demos Medical Publishing at Medicine - General Dictionaries Dictionary of Medicine (Shahram) A thin, flexible tube. When a catheter is placed in a vein, it provides a pathway for giving drugs, nutrients, fluids, or blood products. Also, blood samples can be withdrawn through the catheter. Respiratory Diseases Dictionaries Lung Diseases Glossary Thin, flexible medical tube; one use is to insert it into a blood vessel to measure blood pressure. Context: Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension Digestive & Kidney Diseases Dictionaries Hepatitis Central (TM) Liver Disease Medical Glossary A thin, flexible plastic tube that can be placed inside some part of the body--for example, a Foley catheter which is used to drain urine from the bladder NIDDK Digestive Diseases Dictionary A thin, flexible tube that carries fluids into or out of the body.

By NDDIC, a service of the NIDDK , NIH NKUDIC Kidney and Urologic Diseases Dictionary A tube that is inserted through the urethra to the bladder to drain urine. Context: Urologic Diseases AIDS & STDs Dictionaries Aids Glossary a flexible tube inserted into a body channel to maintain an opening to the channel. Catheters are commonly used in veins for ongoing drug treatment. Aegis Glossary of HIV/AIDS-Related Terms A tubular medical device for insertion into canals, vessels, passageways, or body cavities, usually to permit injection (e.g., through an intravenous catheter into a vein), withdrawal of fluids, or to keep a passage open.

Question: In medicine, what is the name of the hollow flexible tube inserted into the human body to withdraw or introduce fluids?
Answer: Catheter