cánula means cannula — a common term in Medical Spanish. Learn how it's used in a real-world example.
📅 Published: September 23, 2025
cánula
noun • /[KAH-noo-lah]/
cannula
Example:
La cánula facilita la respiración.
The cannula eases breathing.
🧠 What does cánula mean?
A 'cánula' is a thin tube inserted into a body cavity, duct, or vessel to allow the passage of fluids or gases. Think of it like a small, flexible pipe used in medical procedures. It's commonly used for things like administering medication, draining fluids, or providing oxygen.
📚 Extra examples
- El médico insertó una cánula en la vena del paciente.
The doctor inserted a cannula into the patient's vein. - La cánula nasal le ayudó al paciente a respirar.
The nasal cannula helped the patient breathe. - Durante la cirugía, se utilizó una cánula para drenar el líquido.
During the surgery, a cannula was used to drain the fluid.
💡 Did You Know?
While both 'cánula' and 'catéter' are thin tubes used in medical procedures, 'cánula' generally refers to a smaller, less invasive tube, often used for short-term procedures.
🔁 Synonyms & opposites of "cánula"
Synonyms: sonda, catéter
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