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Thoracentesis or pleural tap, is an invasive procedure to remove fluid or air from the pleural space for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes. A cannula, or hollow needle, is carefully introduced into the thorax, generally after administration of local anesthesia. The procedure was first described in 1852. The recommended location varies depending upon the source. Some sources recommend the midaxillary line, in the eighth, ninth, or tenth intercostal space.Whenever possible, the procedure should b

Thoracocentesis is a crucial procedure for pets experiencing respiratory distress due to fluid accumulation around their lungs. This life-saving process involves a veterinarian carefully inserting a needle into the chest cavity to remove the excess fluid, allowing the lungs to expand and helping your pet breathe more comfortably. It’s often performed to diagnose the underlying cause of the fluid buildup, which could be due to heart disease, infections, cancer, or trauma. Though the idea of thora