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Topic: Health

intrathecal

IPA: /ˌɪntrəˈθiːkəl/

KK: /ɪntrəˈθiːkəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the space surrounding the spinal cord where certain medical treatments can be delivered, such as anesthesia.

Example: The doctor administered the medication intrathecal to ensure it reached the spinal cord directly.

intrathecally

IPA: /ˌɪntrəˈθiːkli/

KK: /ɪntrəˈθiːkli/

adverb

Definition: In a manner that involves the spinal canal, typically referring to the administration of medication directly into the spinal fluid.

Example: The doctor administered the medication intrathecally to ensure it reached the patient's nervous system quickly.

intrathoracic

IPA: /ˌɪntrəˈθɔrəsɪk/

KK: /ɪntrəˈθɔrəsɪk/

adjective

Definition: Located inside the chest area of the body.

Example: The doctor explained that the intrathoracic pressure can affect breathing.

intrauterine

IPA: /ˌɪntrəˈjuːtɪn/

KK: /ɪntrəˈjuːtərɪn/

adjective

Definition: Happening or located inside the uterus, which is the organ in a woman's body where a baby develops during pregnancy.

Example: The doctor monitored the intrauterine growth of the fetus during the ultrasound.

intravascular

IPA: /ˌɪntrəˈvæskjʊlər/

KK: /ɪntrəˈvæskjələr/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or occurring within blood vessels.

Example: The doctor recommended an intravascular procedure to treat the patient's condition.

intravenous

IPA: /ˌɪntrəˈviːnəs/

KK: /ˌɪntrəˈviːnəs/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or occurring within a vein, often used to describe medical procedures that involve injecting substances directly into the bloodstream.

Example: The doctor decided to give the patient medication through an intravenous line.

noun

Definition: A method of delivering medication or nutrients directly into a person's vein.

Example: The doctor decided to give the patient an intravenous treatment for faster recovery.

intravenously

IPA: /ˌɪntrəˈviːnəsli/

KK: /ˌɪntrəˈviːnəsli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that involves injecting a substance directly into a vein.

Example: The medication was administered intravenously to ensure quick absorption into the bloodstream.

intravital

IPA: /ˌɪntrəˈvaɪtəl/

KK: /ɪntrəˈvaɪtəl/

adjective

Definition: Relating to something that happens in or is done on a living organism.

Example: The researchers used intravital techniques to observe the cells in real time.

intubate

IPA: /ˈɪntuːbeɪt/

KK: /ɪnˈtjuːbeɪt/

transitive verb

Definition: To insert a tube into a body passage or hollow organ, often to assist with breathing or delivering medication.

Example: The doctor had to intubate the patient to ensure they could breathe properly during the surgery.

intubation

IPA: /ˌɪntuˈbeɪʃən/

KK: /ɪnˈtjuːbeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The process of placing a tube into a hollow organ, such as the trachea, to ensure it remains open for breathing or medical procedures.

Example: The doctor performed an intubation to help the patient breathe during surgery.

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