Definitions for spinal puncture
spinal punc·ture

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1. lumbar puncture, spinal puncture, spinal tapnoun

   removal by centesis of fluid from the subarachnoid space of the lumbar region of the spinal cord for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes

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1. spinal puncture

   Lumbar puncture (LP), also known as a spinal tap, is a medical procedure in which a needle is inserted into the spinal canal, most commonly to collect cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) for diagnostic testing. The main reason for a lumbar puncture is to help diagnose diseases of the central nervous system, including the brain and spine. Examples of these conditions include meningitis and subarachnoid hemorrhage. It may also be used therapeutically in some conditions. Increased intracranial pressure (pressure in the skull) is a contraindication, due to risk of brain matter being compressed and pushed toward the spine. Sometimes, lumbar puncture cannot be performed safely (for example due to a severe bleeding tendency). It is regarded as a safe procedure, but post-dural-puncture headache is a common side effect if a small atraumatic needle is not used.The procedure is typically performed under local anesthesia using a sterile technique. A hypodermic needle is used to access the subarachnoid space and collect fluid. Fluid may be sent for biochemical, microbiological, and cytological analysis. Using ultrasound to landmark may increase success.Lumbar puncture was first introduced in 1891 by the German physician Heinrich Quincke.

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1. spinal puncture

   A spinal puncture, also known as a lumbar puncture, is a medical procedure where a needle is inserted into the lower part of the spinal column to collect cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) or to administer medicine. This procedure is typically performed to diagnose conditions such as meningitis or multiple sclerosis, or to administer anesthesia or chemotherapy directly into the cerebrospinal fluid.

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1. Spinal Puncture

   Tapping of the subarachnoid space in the lumbar region, usually between the third and fourth lumbar vertebrae.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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