Connector

What does "Connector" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

In the field of medicine, a connector is a device that links two things together. For example, it can be a small piece that joins a tube carrying medicine to a needle that goes into a patient's body. It can also be a device that connects a patient to a machine that helps them breathe or monitors their heart. Essentially, it's a tool that helps different parts of a medical system work together.

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