paracentesis

/ˈpɛrəˈsɛnˌtisɪs/
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Definitions of paracentesis
  1. noun
    centesis of the belly to remove fluid for diagnosis
    synonyms: abdominocentesis
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    type of:
    centesis
    (surgery) the act of puncturing a body cavity or organ with a hollow needle in order to draw out fluid
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