Cragie tube
Cragie Tube
The Cragie tube (pronunciation: /ˈkreɪɡiː tuːb/) is a medical instrument used in the field of surgery. It is named after its inventor, Robert Cragie, a renowned surgeon from the 19th century.
Etymology
The term "Cragie tube" is derived from the name of its inventor, Robert Cragie. The word "tube" is from the Latin tubus, meaning a pipe or tube.
Description
The Cragie tube is a hollow, cylindrical instrument made of metal or plastic. It is used in various surgical procedures to drain fluids from the body or to provide a pathway for other instruments. The tube is typically inserted into the body through a small incision and guided to the desired location under the guidance of imaging techniques such as ultrasound or computed tomography (CT).
Related Terms
- Drain (surgery): A tube used to remove pus, blood or other fluids from a wound or surgical site.
- Catheter: A flexible tube used to deliver fluids into or drain fluids out of the body.
- Endoscope: A long, flexible tube with a light and camera attached to it, used to look inside the body.
- Laparoscope: A type of endoscope used in laparoscopy, a minimally invasive surgical procedure.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Cragie tube
- Wikipedia's article - Cragie tube
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