cutdown /cut·down/ (kut´doun) creation of a small incised opening, especially over a vein (venous c.), to facilitate venipuncture and permit passage of a needle or cannula for withdrawal of blood or administration of fluids.
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cut·down (k t doun )n. The incision of a vein to facilitate the insertion of a cannula or needle, as for the administration of intravenous medication. Also called venostomy. |
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Etymology: ME, cutten + doun
a dissection to access a vein for puncture that is not accessible by venipuncture. The skin is cleansed before the procedure. The incision is sutured, and a sterile dressing is applied at its conclusion. See also hyperalimentation, venipuncture.
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creation of a small incised opening, especially in the tissues over a vein (venous cutdown) to facilitate venipuncture and permit the passage of a needle or cannula for withdrawal of blood or administration of fluids.
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Emergency medicine A small surgical created incision over a major blood vessel, usually a vein–hence, venous cutdown, to facilitate rapid and direct venous access
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