paracentesis - Meaning and Examples

Meaning of 'paracentesis' (Webster Dictionary)

1 . Paracentesis

[ n.]

- 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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