paracentesis

Meanings

• Noun

  A medical procedure where a doctor inserts a thin needle into the abdomen to remove fluid build-up, usually in patients with ascites or liver disease.

  - "The patient underwent paracentesis to relieve the pressure caused by ascites."
  - "The doctor performed paracentesis to remove excess fluid from the patient's abdomen."

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Variants

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parasyntheses , parasynthesis , parasynthetic

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Etymology

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From the Greek words 'para' (beside) and 'kentein' (to pierce), meaning 'to pierce beside'.

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Trivia

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1. Paracentesis was first described in medical literature in the 15th century.

2. Paracentesis is sometimes called 'abdominal paracentesis' to distinguish it from other forms of paracentesis, such as pleural paracentesis.

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Related Concepts

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1. Ascites: A condition characterized by an abnormal build-up of fluid in the abdominal cavity. Paracentesis is a common treatment for ascites.

2. Liver disease: A group of conditions that affect the liver, including cirrhosis, hepatitis, and liver cancer. Paracentesis is a common treatment for some forms of liver disease.

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Culture

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Paracentesis is a common procedure in the treatment of various medical conditions, including liver cirrhosis and heart failure. It has been depicted in medical literature and art, symbolizing the importance of medical intervention and the human will to overcome illness.

How to Memorize "paracentesis"

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   - Visualize a doctor inserting a needle into a patient's abdomen to remove fluid.

2. associate
   

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3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember 'Paracentesis' as 'Piercing beside' to help recall the meaning of the word.

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