siphonage

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siphonage

[si´fon-ij]

the use of the siphon, as in gastric lavage or in draining the bladder.

si·phon·age

(sī'fŏn-ăj),

Emptying of the stomach or other cavity by means of a siphon.

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back siphonage

A reversal of the normal flow of water or other liquid due to a negative-pressure gradient. Back siphonage in a water system may result in contamination, triggering a “boil order” (i.e., an order to boil water before drinking so as to kill potential contaminants).

si·phon·age

(sī'fŏn-ăj)

Emptying of the stomach or other cavity by means of a siphon.

Medical Dictionary for the Health Professions and Nursing © Farlex 2012

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