Test or procedure
CATH medical abbreviation
CATH means "catheter".
Each meaning matched at least two public references (2 in all for CATH), checked October 23, 2026. The table lists them.
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What CATH means
| Meaning | Latin origin | Where used | Checked against |
|---|---|---|---|
| catheter | None | Charting, Orders |
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What does CATH mean in medical terms?
CATH means "catheter".
Where is CATH used?
CATH shows up in charting and orders. Its category here is test or procedure.
Is CATH on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list?
No. CATH is not on the Joint Commission Do Not Use list or the ISMP error-prone list as checked on October 23, 2026.