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Definition of Trocar

1. n. A stylet, usually with a triangular point, used for exploring tissues or for inserting drainage tubes, as in dropsy.

Definition of Trocar

1. Noun. A pointed hollow cylindrical device used to make small incisions and surgically insert cannulas, etc., into body cavities, or to aspirate fluids. ¹

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Definition of Trocar

1. a surgical instrument [n -S]

Medical Definition of Trocar

1. A stylet, usually with a triangular point, used for exploring tissues or for inserting drainage tubes, as in dropsy. Alternative forms: trochar. Origin: F. Trocart (or trois-quarts, i. E, three quarters); trois three (L. Tres) + carre the side of a sword blade; so called from its triangular point. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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