| intubate | To put a tube in. (12 Dec 1998) |
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| intubation | <procedure> The insertion of a tube into a body canal or hollow organ, as into the trachea or stomach. Origin: L. In = into, tuba = tube (18 Nov 1997) |
| intubation, gastrointestinal | The insertion of a tube into the stomach, intestines, or other portion of the gastrointestinal tract to allow for the passage of food products, etc. (12 Dec 1998) |
| intubator | An instrument, such as a catheter, needle, or endotracheal tube, for introduction of a flexible device. Synonym: intubator. Origin: L. Intro-duco, to lead into, introduce (05 Mar 2000) |