cutdown
cutdown
Definition
cut·down (kut′do̵un′)
noun
a medical procedure of cutting into a body cavity or vessel, esp. a vein, to attach a catheter for drainage, examination, etc.
cutdown
Usage Examples
Adjective modifier
- venous: The antecubital fossae is often the easiest site, but a venous cutdown may be required.
Modifies a noun
