Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cannulate
verb
/ˈkæn.jʊ.leɪt/
Definition
To insert a cannula into a body part, often for the purpose of administering medication or fluids.
Examples
- The doctor will cannulate the patient’s vein to facilitate the intravenous therapy.
- During the procedure, they carefully cannulated the artery to monitor blood pressure.
- After cannulating the area, the surgeon could effectively drain the excess fluid.
Meaning
The process of inserting a tube into a vessel or cavity to allow for the passage of fluids or to take measurements.
Synonyms
- insert
- tube
- catheterize
