A plastic tube inserted into a narrow opening (usually a vein) so that fluids can be introduced or removed.

A hollow, flexible tube through which fluids can be passed into the body or drained from it.

A type of thin plastic tube inserted into a vein. The CVAD gives access to a vein so blood or chemotherapy can be given, and blood can be taken. Types of CVADs include central lines, Hickman lines, peripherally inserted central…

A procedure that allows the doctor to closely examine the larynx and pharynx using a tube inserted into your mouth and throat (laryngoscope).

A tracheostomy tube with an opening to allow air to flow through the voice box.

Involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurised room or tube.

An internal examination of the nose and upper airways using a long, flexible tube called an endoscope….

The tube that carries food from the throat into the stomach. Sometimes called the gullet….

The throat. This is a muscular tube about 10cm long that extends from the back of the nose to the top of the larynx and oesophagus….

A small medical appliance installed beneath the skin. A tube called a catheter connects the port to a vein so that fluids can be passed into the body. Also called an infusaport….