Gage
Gage
Gage (pronounced: /ɡeɪdʒ/) is a term used in the medical field, particularly in the context of medical instruments and measurements.
Etymology
The term "Gage" is derived from the Old French word "gage", which means a pledge or a measure. In the context of medical terminology, it is often used to refer to the size or diameter of medical instruments, such as needles or catheters.
Related Terms
- Catheter: A tube that can be inserted into a body cavity, duct, or vessel to allow drainage, injection of fluids, or access by surgical instruments.
- Needle: A very fine, slender piece of metal with a point at one end and a hole or eye for thread at the other, used in surgery for suturing.
- Syringe: A tube with a nozzle and piston or bulb for sucking in and ejecting liquid in a thin stream, used for injecting or withdrawing fluids.
- Gauge: A measure; a standard of measure; an instrument to determine dimensions, distance, or capacity; a standard.
Pronunciation
The term "Gage" is pronounced as /ɡeɪdʒ/.
Usage in Medical Context
In the medical field, the term "Gage" is often used to refer to the size or diameter of medical instruments. For example, a 20-gage needle would have a smaller diameter than a 10-gage needle. The term can also be used to refer to the measurement of the thickness of a liquid or the pressure of a gas.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Gage
- Wikipedia's article - Gage
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