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Paracentesis is a medical procedure typically performed under local anesthesia to drain fluid (ascites) accumulated in the abdominal cavity. During the procedure, the patient lies in a supine position. Before the application, the doctor meticulously disinfects the procedure area with an antiseptic solution. The paracentesis procedure involves the following steps:
1. A needle or catheter is carefully inserted into the targeted abdominal region, either with ultrasound guidance or based on clinical assessment.
2. Excess fluid in the abdominal cavity is drained, thereby alleviating the patient's symptoms.
3. The collected fluid sample is sent to a laboratory for investigation of possible infection, malignancy, or other pathological conditions.
4. Upon completion of the procedure, the needle or catheter is removed, and a sterile bandage is applied to the insertion site.
How is Paracentesis Performed?
1. A needle or catheter is carefully inserted into the targeted abdominal region, either with ultrasound guidance or based on clinical assessment.
2. Excess fluid in the abdominal cavity is drained, thereby alleviating the patient's symptoms.
3. The collected fluid sample is sent to a laboratory for investigation of possible infection, malignancy, or other pathological conditions.
4. Upon completion of the procedure, the needle or catheter is removed, and a sterile bandage is applied to the insertion site.