Paracentesis

Definition of Paracentesis

Par`a`cen`te´sis   Pronunciation: păr`å`sĕn`tē´sĭs
n.1.(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.

Related Words

abdominocentesis, centesis
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