Definition of cannula Cannula

can•nu•la

We found 6 definitions of cannula from 5 different sources.

What does cannula mean?

Plural: cannulas

cannula - a small flexible tube inserted into a body cavity for draining off fluid or introducing medication

tubing, tube conduit consisting of a long hollow object (usually cylindrical) used to hold and conduct objects or liquids or gases

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cannula (Noun)
A tube inserted in the body to drain or inject fluid.
cannula (Noun)
A hose or tube that connects directly to an oxygen O2 bottle/source from the user's nose, commonly used by aircraft pilots or others needing direct oxygen breathing apparatus.

cannula (n.)
A small tube of metal, wood, or India rubber, used for various purposes, esp. for injecting or withdrawing fluids. It is usually associated with a trocar.

cannula
kan′ū-la, n. a surgical tube, esp. that enclosing a trocar or perforator, and the breathing-tube inserted in the windpipe after tracheotomy.—adj. Cann′ulate. [Dim. of canna, a reed.]

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