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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   A shielded intravenous catheter.

   "Trainees will be required to gain proficiency in venipunctures, angiocaths and medicut in our laboratory."

Example

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"Trainees will be required to gain proficiency in venipunctures, angiocaths and medicut in our laboratory."

Etymology

From angio- + cath, originally from brand name Angiocath.

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