Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Paracentesis

A procedure in which fluid is withdrawn from a body cavity or organ via a trocar and cannula, needle, or other hollow instrument.

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Abstract

A procedure in which fluid is withdrawn from a body cavity or organ via a trocar and cannula, needle, or other hollow instrument.

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Synonyms

9 entry terms
  • Centesis
  • Puncture and Aspiration
  • Puncture and Drainage
  • Aspiration and Puncture
  • Centeses
  • Drainage and Puncture
  • Paracenteses
  • Culdocentesis
  • Culdocenteses

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17 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, education, ethics, history, instrumentation, legislation & jurisprudence, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, rehabilitation, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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Previous Indexing

  • Drainage (1966-1996)
  • Punctures (1966-1996)
  • Suction (1977-1996)

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  1. E01w.370.225.998w.329
  2. E02w.309w.805
  3. E02w.800.550
  4. E04w.237w.667
  5. E04w.665.600
  6. E05.200.998w.329

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Paracentesis. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D019152. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D019152
  2. Paracentesis. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q131542363