intubation

Noun

Meaning

The introduction of a tube into an organ to keep it open, as into the larynx in croup.

Source: Webster's dictionary

Synonyms

cannulation canulation canulisation cannulisation cannulization canulization introduction tube insertion tracheotomy tubing airway intromission spile intubate

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Hypernyms

introduction insertion intromission

Related terms

intubate tubage

Phrases with the word

gastric intubation intestinal intubation nasogastric intubation

Examples

Although hospitalizations and intubation rates were declining, the rate of new patients being admitted was still relatively flat in-state, he said. Source: Internet

Approximately 66 are under intubation, while 498 are under non-invasive ventilation. Source: Internet

It is believed this is due to the close proximity EMS have to patients during activities like riding in an ambulance or intubation, leading to higher intensity exposure. Source: Internet

Long-term sedation from the intubation is another risk, one that’s difficult for some patients, especially the elderly, to bounce back from. Source: Internet

Many Western NGOs, however, have had to stop work as their staff has been ordered home by their own countries and there is a shortage of doctors trained in the intubation procedures needed to help COVID-19 patients. Source: Internet

My husband was boruch hashem saved too from 3 times intubation in April. Source: Internet

Close letter words and terms

intrusiveness intrust intubate intubationist intubator intube