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An abnormal narrowing of a tube or passageway.
Catheter
Catheter ablation of an irregular heartbeat involves having a tube (a catheter) inserted into the heart.
A long, flexible tube, called a catheter, is inserted into a vein and threaded up into the heart. The doctor can guide the catheter by watching its movement on a TV monitor showing an x-ray image of the area. The tip of the catheter is fitted with.
Catheter
catheter
A catheter is a flexible tube that is inserted through a narrow opening in the body cavity, such as the bladder. It is used for removing fluid.
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A tube inserted in the ureter after surgery.
Catheter (Greek: to let down) is a flexible sterile tube inserted into a body cavity to introduce or withdraw fluid. Examples: intravenous catheter - can be used to withdraw blood or infuse medication/fluids. urethral catheter - tube inserted into the bladder to drain urine. cardiac catheter - visualization and treatment of coronary problems. toposcopic catheter - delivers chemotherapy to specific sites.
The type of catheter you're describing is known as an indwelling catheter, commonly referred to as a Foley catheter. It consists of a flexible tube and has a balloon at the end that is inflated with sterile water to secure the catheter within the bladder, preventing it from slipping out. This type of catheter is typically used for long-term drainage of urine.
Bubbles in a catheter tube are typically managed by carefully priming the tube to remove air, ensuring proper insertion and positioning of the catheter, and monitoring for any air bubbles during use to prevent blockages and ensure patient safety.