1. plural of cannula; thin tubes inserted into the body for medical procedures such as draining fluids or delivering medication
Usage: medical

Examples

• The surgeon inserted two cannulae to drain excess fluid from the patient’s abdomen.
• Multiple cannulae were needed for the complex cardiac procedure.
• The nurse carefully monitored the cannulae to ensure proper flow.
• Different sizes of cannulae are used depending on the medical procedure.
• The doctor removed the cannulae after the treatment was completed.
• Sterile cannulae must be used to prevent infection during surgery.