Nasal cannula
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Etymology


From , diminutive of , from .

Noun


  1. A tube inserted in the body to drain or inject fluid.
  2. 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.

Etymology


Diminutive of , from .

Related terms


  • canālicius
  • canālicula
  • canāliculātus
  • canāliculus
  • canāliēnsis

  • canālis
  • canna
  • cannamella
  • cannētum
  • canneus


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