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Thoracentesis (Lower Mainland) [English] Permalink Public
This pamphlet provides a brief description of the medical imaging procedure thoracentesis including information on who will be performing procedure?, prior to procedure instructions, what happens during procedure?, will it hurt?, how long it will take?, risks or complications, what happens afterwards?, follow-up instructions and information on who to contact if experiencing problems. Thoracentesis is the removal of fluid from around a lung. A build-up of fluid around a lung can make breathing difficult. Removing the fluid should help you feel better. (English) Colour
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Catalogue Number:
264631Body Location:
- Lungs, Breathing, and Airways
Keywords:
- Fluid,
- LML
Demographic:
- All
Program:
- Lower Mainland Medical Imaging
Format:
PamphletRevision Date:
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