Pericardiocentesis
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Is a:
Therapeutic or Preventive Procedure
Definition:
Surgical puncture of the pericardial cavity for the aspiration of fluid. (Dorland, 28th ed)
Synonyms:
Pericardiocenteses
Broader Topics:
Cardiac Surgical Procedures
Paracentesis
Narrower Topics:
None
Possibly Related Topics:
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Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques and Equipment (root)
Cardiovascular Surgical Procedures
Laboratory Techniques and Procedures
Punctures
Specimen Handling
Surgical Procedures, Operative
Therapeutics
Thoracic Surgical Procedures
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