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angiocath en · NOUN

Etymology

From angio- + cath, originally from brand name Angiocath.

Meanings

1. (abbreviation, alt-of, clipping) Clipping of angiocatheter; a shielded intravenous catheter.
   alt of angiocatheter
   • This technique may be performed with any style catheter and an 18 (or larger) gauge angiocath 2015, Joel E. Abbott et al., “A clever technique for placement of a urinary catheter over a wire”, in Urology Annals, volume 7, →DOI:
   • There are two basic types of IV apparatus: butterflies and angiocaths. 1988, Robert A. Harrell, Gary S. Firestein, Mark W. Woodruff, The effective scutboy: the principles and practice of scut, page 85:
   • Trainees will be required to gain proficiency in venipunctures, angiocaths and medicut in our laboratory. 1970, Drug Intelligence & Clinical Pharmacy, page 184:

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