cathetusti

/kæθɛtˈʌsti/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of catheter with multiple lumens, used for medical purposes, especially in urology.

“The doctor explained to the patient that she would need to use a cathetusti for a few days to collect urine samples.”

2. noun

A catheter with a balloon, used to secure it in place during medical procedures.

“The nurse carefully inserted the cathetusti into the patient’s bladder to prevent the catheter from coming out.”

Synonyms

  • catheter
  • urocatheter

Antonyms

  • ileal conduit
  • urostomia