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Original Articles

Thoracentesis: A Modified Technic

, M.D.
Pages 96-97 | Published online: 18 Apr 2016
 

Abstract

Puncture-laceration of the lung, with resultant pneumothorax, is the chief complication of the usual thoracentesis technic. A modified technic, using a probing needle initially and then an Angiocath, offers greater safety for the patient and more flexibility for the physician.

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