Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stomach-pump
noun
/ˈstʌmək pʌmp/
Definition
A medical device used to remove the contents of the stomach.
Examples
- The doctor used a stomach-pump to safely remove the harmful substances from the patient’s stomach.
- After the patient ingested the toxic substance, the emergency team quickly administered a stomach-pump.
Meaning
Stomach-pump refers to a procedure involving the extraction of stomach contents, typically utilized in cases of poisoning or overdose.
Synonyms
- Gastric lavage
- Stomach washing
- Gastric aspiration
