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Thoracentesis
see synonyms of thoracentesisNoun
1. thoracentesis, thoracocentesis
removal of fluid from the chest by centesis for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes
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Thoracentesis
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medicine
the surgical puncture of the pleural cavity using a hollow needle, in order to withdraw fluid, drain blood, etc
. Also called: pleurocentesisCollins English Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers