Paracentesis (Noun)
Meaning
Centesis of the belly to remove fluid for diagnosis.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The doctor performed a paracentesis to remove excess fluid from the patient's abdominal cavity for further analysis.
- The procedure involved paracentesis to extract a sample of ascitic fluid, which would help diagnose the underlying cause of the patient's condition.
- The patient was scheduled for a paracentesis to alleviate the discomfort caused by the accumulation of fluid in her abdomen.
- After conducting a physical examination and reviewing the patient's medical history, the doctor decided to perform a paracentesis to gather more information.
- The results of the paracentesis revealed a high level of protein in the ascitic fluid, indicating the presence of a severe infection.