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GASTRIC LAVAGE

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Gastric Lavage.

Gastric Lavage - as a noun

Washing out the stomach with sterile water or a saltwater solution; removes blood or poisons

Example: "When the doctor ordered a gastric lavage the hospital pumped out my stomach"

Example Sentences

"The doctor recommended gastric lavage to treat the patient's poisoning."
"During the gastric lavage, a tube is inserted into the stomach through the nose or mouth."
"The hospital uses gastric lavage as a standard treatment for some cases of drug overdose."
"The patient underwent gastric lavage to empty his stomach after consuming a poisonous substance."
"After the gastric lavage, the medical team monitored the patient for any complications."
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