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Intubation

Introduction of a tube into a hollow organ to restore or maintain patency if obstructed. It is differentiated from CATHETERIZATION in that the insertion of a catheter is usually performed for the introducing or withdrawing of fluids from the body.

Year introduced: 1966

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Tree Number(s): E02.585, E05.497

MeSH Unique ID: D007440

Entry Terms:

  • Intubations

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