Endotracheal

Pronunciation: /ˈɛndoʊˈtɹeɪkiəɫ/

Endotracheal (adj)

  1. Used to describe a tube placed through the mouth or nose into the windpipe to help a person breathe.
  2. Relating to the windpipe area inside the body, especially in breathing-related medical equipment or methods.

Endotracheal (adjective)

Examples

  • The endotracheal tube helps keep the airway open.
  • An endotracheal tube is placed inside the windpipe.