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intravenous

[in-truh-vee-nuhs] / ˌɪn trəˈvi nəs /
ADJECTIVE
within a vein
Synonyms
STRONGEST
drip endovenous venous
STRONG
hypodermic injecting syringing
WEAK
saphenous shot


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This includes oxygen and ventilation to help with breathing, and intravenous fluids to stop dehydration and provide electrolytes lost in vomiting and diarrhoea.

From BBC • Jun. 1, 2026

Samples from his intravenous line earlier that evening later tested positive for Enterococcus faecalis.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

The company added that the treatment, known as Tepezza OBI and administered in a subcutaneous form, achieved efficacy that is comparable with the intravenous version.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

Future studies will test whether the compound remains effective when patients are also receiving intravenous nutrition, which can place additional stress on the liver.

From Science Daily • Mar. 18, 2026

“You are still in intravenous antibiotics and—” “I have to go,” I said.

From "The Kite Runner" by Khaled Hosseini



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