| lumbar |
the lower part of the spine/back but not including the vertebrae that extend into the pelvis
출처: medical.lpaonline.org/glossary/
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| lumbar puncture |
also called a spinal tap - involves the removal of the fluid in the spine for examination.
출처: www.lymphomainfo.net/lymphoma/glossary.html
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| lumbar puncture |
A lumbar puncture or "LP" is a procedure whereby spinal fluid is removed from the spinal canal for the purpose of diagnostic testing. It is particularly helpful in the diagnosis of inflammatory diseases of the central nervous system, especially infections, such as meningitis. It can also provide clues to the diagnosis of stroke, spinal cord tumor and cancer in the central nervous system.
출처: www.als.net/als101/glossary.asp
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| lumbar puncture |
procedure where a hollow needle is inserted into the spinal area (near the base) in order to measure/relieve pressure or withdraw CSF for testing
출처: www.conquerchiari.org/Glossary.htm
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| lumbar puncture |
Spinal tap. Needle penetration into the subarachnoid space of the lumbar spine. Used to withdraw a sample of spinal fluid for examination. Also used to inject a dye into the spine prior to a myelogram.
출처: arabinfo.org/montogomery/Terms.htm
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