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cannulated

/kænˈyʊleɪtɪd/ verb · British & US
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What does cannulated mean?

verb

To insert a cannula into something, especially a vein, or to make a hole in something for a cannula to be inserted. To provide with a cannula.

Example

"The doctor cannulated the patient's vein to administer medication."

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