thoracocentesis

Phonetic Respelling: [ thôr′ə-kō-sĕn-tē′sĭs ]

Definition:

n. the surgical puncture of the pleural cavity using a hollow needle in order to withdraw fluid or drain blood etc

Sentence:

The doctor ordered a thoracocentesis to help diagnose the condition.

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The doctor ordered a thoracocentesis to help diagnose the condition.

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