Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
trocar
Noun
/ˈtroʊ.kɑːr/
Definition
A surgical instrument used to create an opening into a body cavity.
Examples
The surgeon used a trocar to insert a camera into the patient’s abdominal cavity during the laparoscopic procedure.
To drain fluid from the pleural cavity, a trocar can be effectively utilized.
Meaning
A trocar is a device that allows medical professionals to insert instruments or tubes into the body, typically used in procedures like laparoscopy.
Synonyms
- Canula
- Puncture instrument
- Needle
