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Ep. 453 Thoracentesis Best Practices with Dr. Paul Lewis
BackTable Vascular & Interventional
Thoracentesis Kits and Equipment, Needle Sizes, and Ultrasound Guidance
The chapter explores the convenience of thoracentesis kits and the importance of needle sizes, troubleshooting limited fluid, and real-time ultrasound guidance for accurate placement during the procedure. It covers best practices like finding different fluid pockets, using varying catheter sizes, and managing fluid drainage, discussing transitioning from diagnostic to therapeutic drainage, coaching patients, and using aspiration pumps for efficient fluid removal and control.
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