About The Word Paracentesis
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Paracentesis
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What's The Definition Of Paracentesis?
[n] centesis of the belly to remove fluid for diagnosis
Synonyms | Synonyms for Paracentesis: abdominocentesis Related Terms | Find terms related to Paracentesis: See Also | centesis Paracentesis In Webster's Dictionary \Par`a*cen*te"sis\, n. [L., fr. Gr. ?, fr. ? to
pierce at the side, to tap.] (Med.)
The perforation of a cavity of the body with a trocar,
aspirator, or other suitable instrument, for the evacuation
of effused fluid, pus, or gas; tapping.
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