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Suction (Verb)

Remove or draw away by the force of suction; "the doctors had to suction the water from the patient's lungs".

Verbs of walking, flying, swimming.

The doctors had to suction the water from the patient's lungs.
The medical team used a suction device to clear the victim's airway.
During the surgery, the anesthesiologist had to suction the patient's mouth to clear the saliva.
The paramedics quickly suctioned the patient's airway to ensure breathing was possible.
The dentist used a suction tube to remove the bacteria and debris from the infected tooth.

Empty or clean (a body cavity) by the force of suction; "suction the uterus in an abortion".

Verbs of grooming, dressing and bodily care.

The doctor had to suction the uterus to remove the remaining tissue.
A suction procedure is sometimes necessary to clean out the uterus after a miscarriage.
In this rare case, the surgeon may suction the sinus cavity to clear blockages.
She underwent a suction procedure to clear mucus from her airways.
Suction is often used to remove debris and fluid from the abdominal cavity during surgery.