catheterization

1. Insertion of a catheter into the body. Common types of this procedure include cardiac catheterization, in which a catheter is inserted into the heart through a vein in the arm to diagnose heart disease, and urinary bladder catheterization, in which a catheter is inserted into the urethra to permit urine to flow out of the urinary bladder.

Example Sentences

If both sides be completely obstructed, the only method to adopt is catheterization from the mouth.

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